The flight distance from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) in Lagos, Nigeria to Norfolk Regional/Karl Stefan Memorial Field (OFK) in Norfolk, United States is 10,398 kilometers (6,461 miles / 5,614 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.

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 Nigeria with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:11 in Lagos, it's 14:11 in Norfolk. With a 6-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 1,438 feet between the two airports. Norfolk Regional/Karl Stefan Memorial Field sits higher than Murtala Muhammed International Airport.

The return flight from Norfolk (OFK) to Lagos (LOS) follows a heading of 78° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) and Norfolk Regional/Karl Stefan Memorial Field (OFK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.