AUS
Austin
United States
14,009 km
8,705 miles
SJQ
Sesheke
Zambia
Distance
14,009 km
8,705 mi / 7,564 nm
Est. Flight Time
17h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Chicago
Heading
90°
east

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AUS SJQ
Airport Name Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Sesheke Airport
IATA Code AUS SJQ
ICAO Code KAUS FLSS
City Austin Sesheke
Country United States Zambia
Timezone America/Chicago Africa/Lusaka
Elevation 542 ft 3,100 ft
Coordinates 30.190000, -97.670000 -17.480000, 24.300000

Austin (AUS) to Sesheke (SJQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) in Austin, United States to Sesheke Airport (SJQ) in Sesheke, Zambia is 14,009 kilometers (8,705 miles / 7,564 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east at a heading of 90°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 22:54 in Austin, it's 06:54 in Sesheke. 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 2,559 feet between the two airports. Sesheke Airport sits higher than Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.

The return flight from Sesheke (SJQ) to Austin (AUS) follows a heading of 295° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) and Sesheke Airport (SJQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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