Airport Comparison
| EYS | SLC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Eliye Springs Airport | Salt Lake City International Airport |
| IATA Code | EYS | SLC |
| ICAO Code | HKES | KSLC |
| City | Eliye Springs | Salt Lake City |
| Country | Kenya | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 1,395 ft | 4,231 ft |
| Coordinates | 3.220000, 35.970000 | 40.790000, -111.980000 |
Eliye Springs (EYS) to Salt Lake City (SLC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Eliye Springs Airport (EYS) in Eliye Springs, Kenya to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States is 14,139 kilometers (8,786 miles / 7,635 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northwest at a heading of 330°.
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 Kenya 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 15:49 in Eliye Springs, it's 05:49 in Salt Lake City. With a 10-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 2,836 feet between the two airports. Salt Lake City International Airport sits higher than Eliye Springs Airport.
The return flight from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Eliye Springs (EYS) follows a heading of 42° (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 Eliye Springs Airport (EYS) and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.