The flight distance from St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) in St Louis, United States to Saurimo Airport (VHC) in Saurimo, Angola is 12,480 kilometers (7,754 miles / 6,738 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east at a heading of 85°.

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 Angola. 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 10:52 in St Louis, it's 17:52 in Saurimo. With a 7-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 2,967 feet between the two airports. Saurimo Airport sits higher than St Louis Lambert International Airport.

The return flight from Saurimo (VHC) to St Louis (STL) follows a heading of 308° (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 St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) and Saurimo Airport (VHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.