The flight distance from Svalbard Airport Longyear (LYR) in Longyearbyen, Norway to Portland International Airport (PDX) in Portland, United States is 5,960 kilometers (3,704 miles / 3,218 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northwest at a heading of 324°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 20:30 in Longyearbyen, it's 11:30 in Portland. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Portland (PDX) to Longyearbyen (LYR) follows a heading of 10° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Svalbard Airport Longyear (LYR) and Portland International Airport (PDX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.