In 2020, the airline industry faced significant challenges due to the impact of COVID-19. However, as we fast forward to 2023, air travel gradually returns to normal. With increased flights and passengers, some journeys have become exceptionally long.
Join us as we explore the top 10 longest flights in the world for 2023. So, fasten your seatbelts, stow your tray tables, and prepare for takeoff!
#1. San Francisco to Singapore (8,446 miles/13,593 kilometres)
Duration: Approximately 17 hours and 25 minutes. Airlines: United Airlines and Singapore Airlines Aircraft: United Airlines Boeing 787; Singapore Airlines Airbus A350
#2. New York JFK to Manila, Philippines (8,520 miles/13,712 kilometres)
Duration: Approximately 18 hours and 10 minutes. Airline: Philippine Airlines Aircraft: Airbus A350
#3. Dallas Fort Worth to Sydney, Australia (8,577 miles/13,723 kilometres)
Duration: Approximately 17 hours and 5 minutes. Airline: Qantas Airlines Aircraft: Boeing 787
#4. Houston, Texas, to Sydney, Australia (8,578 miles/13,805 kilometres)
Duration: Approximately 17 hours and 45 minutes Airline: United Airlines Aircraft: Boeing 787 Dreamliner
#5. San Francisco to Bangalore, India (8,702 miles/14,004 kilometres)
Duration: Approximately 17 hours and 55 minutes Airline: Air India Aircraft: Boeing 777
#6. Los Angeles to Singapore (8,770 miles/14,114 kilometres)
Duration: Twice daily departures at 8:40 PM and 11:25 PM. Airline: Singapore Airlines Aircraft: Airbus A350
#7. Auckland, New Zealand, to Dubai, United Arab Emirates (8,823 miles/14,200 kilometres)
Duration: Approximately 17 hours and 10 minutes. Airline: Emirates Aircraft: Airbus A380
#8. Perth, Australia, to London, United Kingdom (9,009 miles/14,499 kilometres)
Duration: Approximately 17 hours and 45 minutes. Airline: Qantas Airlines Aircraft: Boeing 787
#9. Singapore to New York Newark Airport (9,525 miles/15,325 kilometres)
Duration: Approximately 18 hours and 25 minutes. Airline: Singapore Airlines Aircraft: Airbus A350
#10. New York JFK to Singapore (9,537 miles/15,349 kilometres)
Duration: Approximately 18 hours and 30 minutes. Airline: Singapore Airlines Aircraft: Airbus A350
Conclusion: Singapore Airlines is the go-to carrier for long-haul flights if you’re seeking a truly lengthy journey. Their routes dominate the list of the top 10 longest flights in the world for 2023. We hope you have a safe and pleasant flight if you endure the full duration or opt for a layover.
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