Luanda, Angola → Lisbon, Portugal · ✈ 7h 43min · 🚗 93h 51min
3,118 nautical miles · Time difference: -2h behind · Direction: northwest
The distance from Luanda to Lisbon is 5,775 km (3,588 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 7h 43min.
The straight-line distance from Luanda, Angola to Lisbon, Portugal is approximately 5,775 kilometers (3,588 miles or 3,118 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Lisbon is located northwest of Luanda. Luanda is in Africa, in the Luanda region of Angola, while Lisbon is in Europe, in Lisbon, Portugal. This intercontinental route spans from Africa to Europe.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 5,775 km | ~7h 43min | Best option for speed |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Luanda to Lisbon. For 5,775 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Luanda sits at 8.8390°S, 13.2894°E, while Lisbon is located at 38.7223°N, 9.1393°W. The initial compass bearing from Luanda to Lisbon is 338° (NNW), so a great-circle flight path leaves Luanda heading roughly NNW. Because the Earth is curved, the actual heading shifts gradually along the route — pilots and navigation systems update it continuously instead of holding a single fixed compass bearing.
The latitude difference is 47.56° and the longitude difference is 22.43°. Each degree of latitude represents about 111 km, which is one reason cross-latitude routes feel longer even when the map looks similar to east–west journeys.
The geographic midpoint between Luanda and Lisbon is approximately 15.2152°N, 3.4106°E. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 2,888 km from each city. On long-haul flights this point usually falls over open ocean or remote terrain, which is why in-flight maps often look "empty" mid-route.
Lisbon is roughly 2 hours behind Luanda. When it is 09:00 in Luanda, it is approximately 07:00 in Lisbon. A 2-hour shift is small enough that most travelers adjust within a day. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Luanda is a major city in Angola with a population of approximately 8,330,000. Located in the Luanda region, it is an important hub in Africa. As one of the largest cities in Angola, Luanda is a major international gateway with extensive air connections and multiple airports.
Lisbon is a notable city in Portugal with a population of approximately 544,851. Situated in the Lisbon region, it serves as a key destination in Europe. Lisbon is a popular destination in the Lisbon region of Portugal, known for its unique character and attractions.
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At 5,775 km, this is one of the longer routes on the globe, spanning from Africa to Europe. For comparison, London to Sydney is about 17,000 km — roughly half the circumference of the Earth.
At 5,775 km, Luanda to Lisbon is one of the world's longer routes, covering 14.4% of Earth's circumference (40,075 km).
This route crosses from Africa to Europe, spanning 2 timezones.
The straight-line distance from Luanda to Lisbon is approximately 5,775 kilometers (3,588 miles, 3,118 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 7h 43min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 93h 51min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Lisbon is approximately -2h behind compared to Luanda.
The estimated road distance is approximately 7,508 km, which is about 30% longer than the 5,775 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 21, 2026.