Airport Comparison
RAAF Base Curtin (DCN) to Tampa (TPA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from RAAF Base Curtin (DCN) in RAAF Base Curtin, Australia to Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States is 17,084 kilometers (10,616 miles / 9,225 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying east northeast at a heading of 62°.
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 Australia with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 05:57 in RAAF Base Curtin, it's 16:57 in Tampa. With a 13-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Tampa (TPA) to RAAF Base Curtin (DCN) follows a heading of 288° (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 RAAF Base Curtin (DCN) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.