Airport Comparison
| KIY | SLC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kilwa Masoko Airport | Salt Lake City International Airport |
| IATA Code | KIY | SLC |
| ICAO Code | HTKI | KSLC |
| City | Kilwa Masoko | Salt Lake City |
| Country | Tanzania | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 50 ft | 4,231 ft |
| Coordinates | -8.930000, 39.520000 | 40.790000, -111.980000 |
Kilwa Masoko (KIY) to Salt Lake City (SLC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kilwa Masoko Airport (KIY) in Kilwa Masoko, Tanzania to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States is 15,495 kilometers (9,628 miles / 8,367 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northwest at a heading of 326°.
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 Tanzania 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 08:18 in Kilwa Masoko, it's 22:18 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 4,181 feet between the two airports. Salt Lake City International Airport sits higher than Kilwa Masoko Airport.
The return flight from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Kilwa Masoko (KIY) follows a heading of 46° (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 Kilwa Masoko Airport (KIY) and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.