DXB
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
11,763 km
7,309 miles
ILM
Wilmington
United States
Distance
11,763 km
7,309 mi / 6,351 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-9h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
321°
northwest

Airport Comparison

DXB ILM
Airport Name Dubai International Airport Wilmington International Airport
IATA Code DXB ILM
ICAO Code OMDB KILM
City Dubai Wilmington
Country United Arab Emirates United States
Timezone Asia/Dubai America/New_York
Elevation 34 ft 32 ft
Coordinates 25.250000, 55.360000 34.270000, -77.900000

Dubai (DXB) to Wilmington (ILM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Dubai International Airport (DXB) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Wilmington International Airport (ILM) in Wilmington, United States is 11,763 kilometers (7,309 miles / 6,351 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.

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 Arab Emirates 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 16:55 in Dubai, it's 07:55 in Wilmington. With a 9-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 Wilmington (ILM) to Dubai (DXB) follows a heading of 43° (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 Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Wilmington International Airport (ILM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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