The flight distance from Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) in Las Vegas, United States to Sao Tome International Airport (TMS) in Sao Tome, São Tomé and Príncipe is 12,788 kilometers (7,946 miles / 6,905 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east northeast at a heading of 70°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with São Tomé and Príncipe. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:01 in Las Vegas, it's 11:01 in Sao Tome. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,148 feet between the two airports. Sao Tome International Airport sits lower than Harry Reid International Airport.

The return flight from Sao Tome (TMS) to Las Vegas (LAS) follows a heading of 311° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) and Sao Tome International Airport (TMS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.