Long-haul flights may sound daunting at first, but the idea of traveling around the world in less than a day trumps enduring over 16 hours in the air. These 10 non-stop flights are considered the longest in the world for 2014, so sit back, relax and don’t forget to fasten your seat belt.
1. Dallas to Sydney — Qantas
This may be a gruelingly long flight, but passengers do enjoy the comfort of Qantas’ luxurious Airbus A380 with upgraded leg room, plenty of in-flight entertainment and a spacious cabin for your in-flight stretching routine.
Flight time: 17 hours
Distance: 8,578 miles
2. Atlanta to Johannesburg — Delta
Travelers flying from the U.S. to Africa have to endure over 16 hours of flying time to get to The Motherland. Johannesburg is the gateway to Africa’s unforgettable safari adventures, surf spots and cities, so you’ll probably forget about the flying time immediately upon landing.
Flight time: 16 hours and 30 minutes
Distance: 8,439 miles
3. Los Angeles to Abu Dhabi — Etihad
Etihad Airways is known for its award-winning first class accommodations including flat-screen TVs and reclining beds that make this 16.5-hour flight from the U.S. to the United Arab Emirates’ coast much less painful.
Flight time: 16 and a half hours
Distance: 8,390 miles
4. Los Angeles to Dubai — Emirates
To get from a metropolis in the U.S. to one in the United Arab Emirates, you’ll have to endure one of the longest flights in the world. But when you fly into the most populated city in the U.A.E. and see skyscrapers blend with the picturesque Persian Gulf coastline, you’ll agree that it was worth the long haul.
Flight time: 16 and a half hours
Distance: 8,339 miles
5. Los Angeles to Jeddah — Saudia
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, may not be the most popular tourist destination, but it’s an ideal location for travelers looking for something a little different this year. That is, if they’re up for the 17-hour trek from L.A. to Saudi Arabian Airlines’ home airport in Jeddah.
Flight time: 17 hours
Distance: 8,332 miles
6. Dallas to Brisbane — Qantas
Escaping Dallas to arrive at Australia’s beaches doesn’t come without a price. Travelers have to endure roughly 16 hours in the air, but the sight of Oz’s coastline upon landing makes it all worthwhile.
Flight time: 16 hours
Distance: 8,303 miles
7. Houston to Dubai — Emirates
Three of the longest non-stop flights in the world leave from Texas, and this Houston to Dubai flight on Emirates (the flagship carrier of the United Arab Emirates) is one of them. Although, the comfort and frills of their Boeing 777-300ER will take some of the pain away.
Flight time: 16.5 hours
Distance: 8,168 miles
8. Dallas to Hong Kong — American
The Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport just acquired its first non-stop flight to China this year, and it happens to be one of the longest flights in the world. Sixteen and a half hours of flying time will land you around the world in less than a day.
Flight time: 16.5 hours
Distance: 8,123 miles
9. San Francisco to Dubai — Emirates
The long-haul flight from San Francisco to Dubai is brand new for 2014, and San Franciscans are loving not having to travel to LAX for non-stop access to the City of Gold. Even better, passengers enjoy the comforts and elaborate entertainment systems of the massive Boeing 777-300ER.
Flight time: 16 hours
Distance: 8,103 miles
10. New York to Hong Kong — Cathay Pacific
This flight to Hong Kong on Cathay Pacific isn’t just the longest flight leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport, it’s also the tenth longest flight in the world. Cathay Pacific was named the Skytrax “Airline of the Year” in 2014, which is a huge perk when you’re enjoying their top-notch service and comforts during the 16-hour flight.
Flight time: 16 hours
Distance: 8,072 miles
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