The flight distance from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in Newark, United States to Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport (IXL) in Leh, India is 11,205 kilometers (6,962 miles / 6,050 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northeast at a heading of 24°.

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 India. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:22 in Newark, it's 08:52 in Leh. With a 10.5-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 10,665 feet between the two airports. Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport sits higher than Newark Liberty International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Leh (IXL) to Newark (EWR) follows a heading of 339° (north 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 Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport (IXL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.