Airport Comparison
| PMD | SIN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport | Singapore Changi International Airport |
| IATA Code | PMD | SIN |
| ICAO Code | KPMD | WSSS |
| City | Palmdale | Singapore |
| Country | United States | Singapore |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | Asia/Singapore |
| Elevation | 2,543 ft | 22 ft |
| Coordinates | 34.630000, -118.080000 | 1.350000, 103.990000 |
Palmdale (PMD) to Singapore (SIN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport (PMD) in Palmdale, United States to Singapore Changi International Airport (SIN) in Singapore, Singapore is 14,085 kilometers (8,752 miles / 7,606 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west northwest at a heading of 303°.
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 Singapore. 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 02:24 in Palmdale, it's 18:24 in Singapore. With a 16-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 2,521 feet between the two airports. Singapore Changi International Airport sits lower than Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport.
The return flight from Singapore (SIN) to Palmdale (PMD) follows a heading of 43° (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 Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport (PMD) and Singapore Changi International Airport (SIN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.