The flight distance from Kandahar Airport (KDH) in Kandahar Airport, Afghanistan to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States is 11,973 kilometers (7,439 miles / 6,465 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north at a heading of 358°.

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 Afghanistan with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:40 in Kandahar Airport, it's 03:10 in Salt Lake City. With a 11.5-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 Salt Lake City (SLC) to Kandahar Airport (KDH) follows a heading of 2° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Kandahar Airport (KDH) and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.