The flight distance from Lai Airport (LTC) in Lai, Chad to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States is 12,327 kilometers (7,659 miles / 6,656 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.

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 Chad 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 20:18 in Lai, it's 12:18 in Salt Lake City. With a 8-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 3,060 feet between the two airports. Salt Lake City International Airport sits higher than Lai Airport.

The return flight from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Lai (LTC) follows a heading of 56° (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 Lai Airport (LTC) and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.