The flight distance from Lowai Airstrip (LWI) in Lowai, Papua New Guinea to Miami International Airport (MIA) in Miami, United States is 14,591 kilometers (9,066 miles / 7,878 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east northeast at a heading of 61°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:47 in Lowai, it's 08:47 in Miami. With a 15-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 2,891 feet between the two airports. Miami International Airport sits lower than Lowai Airstrip.

The return flight from Miami (MIA) to Lowai (LWI) follows a heading of 285° (west 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 Lowai Airstrip (LWI) and Miami International Airport (MIA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.