If the urge to travel has been building for you during the global pandemic, we imagine you may have already booked a trip or two.
International travel is set to rebound in the coming months, and all that pent up demand is going to mean the skies will be busy.
For some people, it may just be a road trip. For others, it could be a big adventure. If you’re really adventurous (and love flying), maybe you’re up for one of the longest flights available.
We’ve gathered a list of the top five longest flights currently available around the globe. You’d better pack some comfy clothes…
1. New York City (JFK) – Singapore (SIN)
Airline: Singapore Airlines
Distance: 9,537 miles
Flight Time: 18 hours, 40 minutes
2. Auckland (AKL) – Doha (DOH)
Airline: Qatar Airways
Distance: 9,032 miles
Flight Time: 18 hours, 5 minutes
3. Perth (PER) – London (LHR)
Airline: Qantas
Distance: 9,010 miles
Flight Time: 17 hours, 15 minutes
This route is scheduled to return to the network in July, though this will depend on border and travel restrictions.
4. Auckland (AKL) – Dubai (DXB)
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Distance: 8,824 miles
Flight Time: 17 hours, 5 minutes
This route is scheduled to relaunch in March.
5. Los Angeles (LAX) – Singapore (SIN)
Airline: Singapore Airlines
Distance: 8,770 miles
Flight Time: 17 hours, 50 minutes