GLK
Galcaio
Somalia
13,403 km
8,328 miles
TPA
Tampa
United States
Distance
13,403 km
8,328 mi / 7,237 nm
Est. Flight Time
17h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Africa/Mogadishu
Heading
308°
northwest

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GLK TPA
Airport Name Galcaio Airport Tampa International Airport
IATA Code GLK TPA
ICAO Code HCMR KTPA
City Galcaio Tampa
Country Somalia United States
Timezone Africa/Mogadishu America/New_York
Elevation 975 ft 26 ft
Coordinates 6.780000, 47.450000 27.980000, -82.530000

Galcaio (GLK) to Tampa (TPA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Galcaio Airport (GLK) in Galcaio, Somalia to Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States is 13,403 kilometers (8,328 miles / 7,237 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northwest at a heading of 308°.

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 Somalia 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 17:20 in Galcaio, it's 09:20 in Tampa. 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.

The return flight from Tampa (TPA) to Galcaio (GLK) follows a heading of 62° (east 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 Galcaio Airport (GLK) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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