The flight distance from Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) in Las Vegas, United States to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin Ii Airport (PLM) in Palembang-Sumatra Island, Indonesia is 14,511 kilometers (9,017 miles / 7,835 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, 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 United States with Indonesia. 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 04:40 in Las Vegas, it's 19:40 in Palembang-Sumatra Island. With a 15-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 2,132 feet between the two airports. Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin Ii Airport sits lower than Harry Reid International Airport.

The return flight from Palembang-Sumatra Island (PLM) to Las Vegas (LAS) follows a heading of 43° (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 Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) and Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin Ii Airport (PLM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.