Airport Comparison
Taipei (TPE) to Leo (XLU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) in Taipei, Taiwan to Leo Airport (XLU) in Leo, Burkina Faso is 12,676 kilometers (7,877 miles / 6,845 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west northwest at a heading of 296°.
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 Taiwan with Burkina Faso. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 22:54 in Taipei, it's 14:54 in Leo. With a 8-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 1,075 feet between the two airports. Leo Airport sits higher than Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport.
The return flight from Leo (XLU) to Taipei (TPE) follows a heading of 56° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Leo Airport (XLU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.