The flight distance from Portland International Airport (PDX) in Portland, United States to Lichinga Airport (VXC) in Lichinga, Mozambique is 15,861 kilometers (9,856 miles / 8,565 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying northeast at a heading of 37°.

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 Mozambique. 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 08:04 in Portland, it's 18:04 in Lichinga. With a 10-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 4,474 feet between the two airports. Lichinga Airport sits higher than Portland International Airport.

The return flight from Lichinga (VXC) to Portland (PDX) follows a heading of 334° (north 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 Portland International Airport (PDX) and Lichinga Airport (VXC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.