MIA
Miami
United States
8,301 km
5,158 miles
XLU
Leo
Burkina Faso
Distance
8,301 km
5,158 mi / 4,482 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
85°
east

Airport Comparison

MIA XLU
Airport Name Miami International Airport Leo Airport
IATA Code MIA XLU
ICAO Code KMIA DFCL
City Miami Leo
Country United States Burkina Faso
Timezone America/New_York Africa/Ouagadougou
Elevation 9 ft 1,181 ft
Coordinates 25.800000, -80.290000 11.100000, -2.100000

Miami (MIA) to Leo (XLU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Miami International Airport (MIA) in Miami, United States to Leo Airport (XLU) in Leo, Burkina Faso is 8,301 kilometers (5,158 miles / 4,482 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 85°.

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 United States with Burkina Faso. 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 05:27 in Miami, it's 10:27 in Leo. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,172 feet between the two airports. Leo Airport sits higher than Miami International Airport.

The return flight from Leo (XLU) to Miami (MIA) follows a heading of 294° (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 Miami International Airport (MIA) and Leo Airport (XLU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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