The flight distance from Mutiara Airport (PLW) in Palu-Celebes Island, Indonesia to St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) in St Louis, United States is 14,802 kilometers (9,197 miles / 7,992 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northeast at a heading of 33°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 04:03 in Palu-Celebes Island, it's 14:03 in St Louis. With a 14-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 St Louis (STL) to Palu-Celebes Island (PLW) follows a heading of 316° (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 Mutiara Airport (PLW) and St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.