The flight distance from Kegelman Af Aux Field (CKA) in Cherokee, United States to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) in Lagos, Nigeria is 10,578 kilometers (6,573 miles / 5,711 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east northeast at a heading of 78°.

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 Nigeria. 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 05:37 in Cherokee, it's 12:37 in Lagos. 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 1,068 feet between the two airports. Murtala Muhammed International Airport sits lower than Kegelman Af Aux Field.

The return flight from Lagos (LOS) to Cherokee (CKA) 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 Kegelman Af Aux Field (CKA) and Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.