The flight distance from Jwaneng Airport (JWA) in Jwaneng Airport, Botswana to Portland International Airport (PDX) in Portland, United States is 16,277 kilometers (10,114 miles / 8,789 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying northwest at a heading of 317°.

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 Botswana with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:45 in Jwaneng Airport, it's 17:45 in Portland. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,869 feet between the two airports. Portland International Airport sits lower than Jwaneng Airport.

The return flight from Portland (PDX) to Jwaneng Airport (JWA) follows a heading of 63° (east 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 Jwaneng Airport (JWA) and Portland International Airport (PDX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.