LAD
Luanda
Angola
6,814 km
4,234 miles
ZAJ
Zaranj
Afghanistan
Distance
6,814 km
4,234 mi / 3,679 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.5h
Africa/Luanda
Heading
47°
northeast

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LAD ZAJ
Airport Name Quatro De Fevereiro Airport Zaranj Airport
IATA Code LAD ZAJ
ICAO Code FNLU OAZJ
City Luanda Zaranj
Country Angola Afghanistan
Timezone Africa/Luanda Asia/Kabul
Elevation 243 ft 1,572 ft
Coordinates -8.860000, 13.230000 30.970000, 61.870000

Luanda (LAD) to Zaranj (ZAJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Quatro De Fevereiro Airport (LAD) in Luanda, Angola to Zaranj Airport (ZAJ) in Zaranj, Afghanistan is 6,814 kilometers (4,234 miles / 3,679 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 47°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Angola with Afghanistan. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:13 in Luanda, it's 23:43 in Zaranj. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,329 feet between the two airports. Zaranj Airport sits higher than Quatro De Fevereiro Airport.

The return flight from Zaranj (ZAJ) to Luanda (LAD) follows a heading of 238° (west southwest). 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 Zaranj Airport (ZAJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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