LAD
Luanda
Angola
2,037 km
1,266 miles
PLF
Pala
Chad
Distance
2,037 km
1,266 mi / 1,100 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Luanda
Heading
north

Airport Comparison

LAD PLF
Airport Name Quatro De Fevereiro Airport Pala Airport
IATA Code LAD PLF
ICAO Code FNLU FTTP
City Luanda Pala
Country Angola Chad
Timezone Africa/Luanda Africa/Ndjamena
Elevation 243 ft 1,532 ft
Coordinates -8.860000, 13.230000 9.380000, 14.930000

Luanda (LAD) to Pala (PLF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Quatro De Fevereiro Airport (LAD) in Luanda, Angola to Pala Airport (PLF) in Pala, Chad is 2,037 kilometers (1,266 miles / 1,100 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north at a heading of 5°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Angola with Chad. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:23 in Luanda, it's 16:23 in Pala.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,289 feet between the two airports. Pala Airport sits higher than Quatro De Fevereiro Airport.

The return flight from Pala (PLF) to Luanda (LAD) follows a heading of 185° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Quatro De Fevereiro Airport (LAD) and Pala Airport (PLF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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