The flight distance from Ajaccio-Napoleon Bonaparte Airport (AJA) in Ajaccio/Napoleon Bonaparte, France to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) in Phoenix, United States is 9,689 kilometers (6,020 miles / 5,232 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 314°.

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 France with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:58 in Ajaccio/Napoleon Bonaparte, it's 08:58 in Phoenix. With a 8-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 1,117 feet between the two airports. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport sits higher than Ajaccio-Napoleon Bonaparte Airport.

The return flight from Phoenix (PHX) to Ajaccio/Napoleon Bonaparte (AJA) follows a heading of 40° (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 Ajaccio-Napoleon Bonaparte Airport (AJA) and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.