DXB
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
5,214 km
3,240 miles
SLI
Solwesi
Zambia
Distance
5,214 km
3,240 mi / 2,815 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
220°
southwest

Airport Comparison

DXB SLI
Airport Name Dubai International Airport Solwesi Airport
IATA Code DXB SLI
ICAO Code OMDB FLSW
City Dubai Solwesi
Country United Arab Emirates Zambia
Timezone Asia/Dubai Africa/Lusaka
Elevation 34 ft 4,551 ft
Coordinates 25.250000, 55.360000 -12.170000, 26.370000

Dubai (DXB) to Solwesi (SLI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Dubai International Airport (DXB) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Solwesi Airport (SLI) in Solwesi, Zambia is 5,214 kilometers (3,240 miles / 2,815 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying southwest at a heading of 220°.

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 United Arab Emirates with Zambia. 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 02:17 in Dubai, it's 00:17 in Solwesi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,517 feet between the two airports. Solwesi Airport sits higher than Dubai International Airport.

The return flight from Solwesi (SLI) to Dubai (DXB) follows a heading of 37° (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 Solwesi Airport (SLI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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