LAS
Las Vegas
United States
14,478 km
8,996 miles
SCT
Socotra Islands
Yemen
Distance
14,478 km
8,996 mi / 7,818 nm
Est. Flight Time
18h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+11h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
14°
north northeast

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LAS SCT
Airport Name Harry Reid International Airport Socotra International Airport
IATA Code LAS SCT
ICAO Code KLAS OYSQ
City Las Vegas Socotra Islands
Country United States Yemen
Timezone America/Los_Angeles Asia/Aden
Elevation 2,181 ft 146 ft
Coordinates 36.080000, -115.150000 12.630000, 53.910000

Las Vegas (LAS) to Socotra Islands (SCT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) in Las Vegas, United States to Socotra International Airport (SCT) in Socotra Islands, Yemen is 14,478 kilometers (8,996 miles / 7,818 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northeast at a heading of 14°.

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 Yemen. 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 07:03 in Las Vegas, it's 18:03 in Socotra Islands. With a 11-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 2,035 feet between the two airports. Socotra International Airport sits lower than Harry Reid International Airport.

The return flight from Socotra Islands (SCT) to Las Vegas (LAS) follows a heading of 348° (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 Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) and Socotra International Airport (SCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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