LAD
Luanda
Angola
8,109 km
5,039 miles
SLV
Shimla Airport
India
Distance
8,109 km
5,039 mi / 4,379 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4.5h
Africa/Luanda
Heading
54°
northeast

Airport Comparison

LAD SLV
Airport Name Quatro De Fevereiro Airport Shimla Airport
IATA Code LAD SLV
ICAO Code FNLU VISM
City Luanda N/A
Country Angola India
Timezone Africa/Luanda Asia/Kolkata
Elevation 243 ft 5,072 ft
Coordinates -8.860000, 13.230000 31.080000, 77.070000

Luanda (LAD) to Shimla Airport (SLV) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Quatro De Fevereiro Airport (LAD) in Luanda, Angola to Shimla Airport (SLV) in Shimla Airport, India is 8,109 kilometers (5,039 miles / 4,379 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 54°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 00:07 in Luanda, it's 04:37 in Shimla Airport. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,829 feet between the two airports. Shimla 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 Shimla Airport (SLV) to Luanda (LAD) follows a heading of 248° (west southwest). 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 Shimla Airport (SLV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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