LIS
Lisbon
Portugal
7,691 km
4,779 miles
SBX
Shelby
United States
Distance
7,691 km
4,779 mi / 4,153 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-7h
Europe/Lisbon
Heading
316°
northwest

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LIS SBX
Airport Name Lisbon Portela Airport Shelby Airport
IATA Code LIS SBX
ICAO Code LPPT KSBX
City Lisbon Shelby
Country Portugal United States
Timezone Europe/Lisbon America/Denver
Elevation 374 ft 3,443 ft
Coordinates 38.780000, -9.140000 48.540000, -111.870000

Lisbon (LIS) to Shelby (SBX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) in Lisbon, Portugal to Shelby Airport (SBX) in Shelby, United States is 7,691 kilometers (4,779 miles / 4,153 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 316°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:29 in Lisbon, it's 09:29 in Shelby. 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 3,069 feet between the two airports. Shelby Airport sits higher than Lisbon Portela Airport.

The return flight from Shelby (SBX) to Lisbon (LIS) follows a heading of 54° (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 Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) and Shelby Airport (SBX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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