The flight distance from Quatro De Fevereiro Airport (LAD) in Luanda, Angola to Sierra Blanca Regional Airport (RUI) in Ruidoso, United States is 13,208 kilometers (8,207 miles / 7,132 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west northwest at a heading of 303°.

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 Angola 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 21:48 in Luanda, it's 14:48 in Ruidoso. With a 7-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 6,571 feet between the two airports. Sierra Blanca Regional Airport sits higher than Quatro De Fevereiro Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Ruidoso (RUI) to Luanda (LAD) follows a heading of 81° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Quatro De Fevereiro Airport (LAD) and Sierra Blanca Regional Airport (RUI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.