The flight distance from Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) in Las Vegas, United States to Shinyanga Airport (SHY) in Shinyanga, Tanzania is 15,183 kilometers (9,434 miles / 8,198 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 01:40 in Las Vegas, it's 12:40 in Shinyanga. With a 11-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 1,619 feet between the two airports. Shinyanga Airport sits higher than Harry Reid International Airport.

The return flight from Shinyanga (SHY) to Las Vegas (LAS) follows a heading of 322° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) and Shinyanga Airport (SHY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.