The flight distance from Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport (LHW) in Lanzhou, China to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) in Lisbon, Portugal is 9,175 kilometers (5,701 miles / 4,954 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 314°.

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 China with Portugal. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:57 in Lanzhou, it's 21:57 in Lisbon. With a 8-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 6,014 feet between the two airports. Lisbon Portela Airport sits lower than Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Lisbon (LIS) to Lanzhou (LHW) follows a heading of 48° (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 Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport (LHW) and Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.