EWR
Newark
United States
10,056 km
6,249 miles
FTX
Owando
Congo
Distance
10,056 km
6,249 mi / 5,430 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/New_York
Heading
90°
east

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EWR FTX
Airport Name Newark Liberty International Airport Owando Airport
IATA Code EWR FTX
ICAO Code KEWR FCOO
City Newark Owando
Country United States Congo
Timezone America/New_York Africa/Brazzaville
Elevation 17 ft 1,214 ft
Coordinates 40.690000, -74.170000 -0.530000, 15.950000

Newark (EWR) to Owando (FTX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in Newark, United States to Owando Airport (FTX) in Owando, Congo is 10,056 kilometers (6,249 miles / 5,430 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east at a heading of 90°.

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 Congo. 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 21:13 in Newark, it's 03:13 in Owando. With a 6-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 1,197 feet between the two airports. Owando Airport sits higher than Newark Liberty International Airport.

The return flight from Owando (FTX) to Newark (EWR) follows a heading of 311° (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 Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Owando Airport (FTX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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