GMM
Gamboma
Congo
10,930 km
6,791 miles
TPA
Tampa
United States
Distance
10,930 km
6,791 mi / 5,902 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Africa/Brazzaville
Heading
298°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

GMM TPA
Airport Name Gamboma Airport Tampa International Airport
IATA Code GMM TPA
ICAO Code FCOG KTPA
City Gamboma Tampa
Country Congo United States
Timezone Africa/Brazzaville America/New_York
Elevation 1,509 ft 26 ft
Coordinates -1.830000, 15.890000 27.980000, -82.530000

Gamboma (GMM) to Tampa (TPA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gamboma Airport (GMM) in Gamboma, Congo to Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States is 10,930 kilometers (6,791 miles / 5,902 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west northwest at a heading of 298°.

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 Congo 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 20:34 in Gamboma, it's 14:34 in Tampa. With a 6-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 1,483 feet between the two airports. Tampa International Airport sits lower than Gamboma Airport.

The return flight from Tampa (TPA) to Gamboma (GMM) follows a heading of 88° (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 Gamboma Airport (GMM) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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