The flight distance from Mota Lava Airport (MTV) in Ablow, Vanuatu to Portland International Airport (PDX) in Portland, United States is 9,579 kilometers (5,952 miles / 5,172 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 06:16 in Ablow, it's 12:16 in Portland. With a 18-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Portland (PDX) to Ablow (MTV) follows a heading of 246° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Mota Lava Airport (MTV) and Portland International Airport (PDX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.