The flight distance from Ilorin International Airport (ILR) in Ilorin, Nigeria to Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States is 9,278 kilometers (5,765 miles / 5,010 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west northwest at a heading of 297°.

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 Nigeria 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 21:49 in Ilorin, it's 15:49 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 1,100 feet between the two airports. Tampa International Airport sits lower than Ilorin International Airport.

The return flight from Tampa (TPA) to Ilorin (ILR) follows a heading of 84° (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 Ilorin International Airport (ILR) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.