AMM
Amman
Jordan
4,878 km
3,031 miles
LUA
Lukla
Nepal
Distance
4,878 km
3,031 mi / 2,634 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2.75h
Asia/Amman
Heading
82°
east

Airport Comparison

AMM LUA
Airport Name Queen Alia International Airport Lukla Airport
IATA Code AMM LUA
ICAO Code OJAI VNLK
City Amman Lukla
Country Jordan Nepal
Timezone Asia/Amman Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 2,395 ft 9,380 ft
Coordinates 31.720000, 35.990000 27.690000, 86.730000

Amman (AMM) to Lukla (LUA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) in Amman, Jordan to Lukla Airport (LUA) in Lukla, Nepal is 4,878 kilometers (3,031 miles / 2,634 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east at a heading of 82°.

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 Jordan with Nepal. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:23 in Amman, it's 00:08 in Lukla.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,985 feet between the two airports. Lukla Airport sits higher than Queen Alia International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Lukla (LUA) to Amman (AMM) follows a heading of 288° (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 Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) and Lukla Airport (LUA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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