CGJ
Kasompe
Zambia
12,649 km
7,860 miles
TPA
Tampa
United States
Distance
12,649 km
7,860 mi / 6,830 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-7h
Africa/Lusaka
Heading
295°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

CGJ TPA
Airport Name Kasompe Airport Tampa International Airport
IATA Code CGJ TPA
ICAO Code FLKE KTPA
City Kasompe Tampa
Country Zambia United States
Timezone Africa/Lusaka America/New_York
Elevation 4,636 ft 26 ft
Coordinates -12.570000, 27.890000 27.980000, -82.530000

Kasompe (CGJ) to Tampa (TPA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kasompe Airport (CGJ) in Kasompe, Zambia to Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States is 12,649 kilometers (7,860 miles / 6,830 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west northwest at a heading of 295°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 11:28 in Kasompe, it's 04:28 in Tampa. With a 7-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 4,610 feet between the two airports. Tampa International Airport sits lower than Kasompe Airport.

The return flight from Tampa (TPA) to Kasompe (CGJ) follows a heading of 92° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Kasompe Airport (CGJ) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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