The flight distance from Lodwar Airport (LOK) in Lodwar, Kenya to Portland International Airport (PDX) in Portland, United States is 14,187 kilometers (8,815 miles / 7,660 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northwest at a heading of 341°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 04:17 in Lodwar, it's 17:17 in Portland. 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 1,684 feet between the two airports. Portland International Airport sits lower than Lodwar Airport.

The return flight from Portland (PDX) to Lodwar (LOK) follows a heading of 28° (north 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 Lodwar Airport (LOK) and Portland International Airport (PDX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.