Airport Comparison
| MFA | SLC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mafia Island Airport | Salt Lake City International Airport |
| IATA Code | MFA | SLC |
| ICAO Code | HTMA | KSLC |
| City | Mafia Island | Salt Lake City |
| Country | Tanzania | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 60 ft | 4,231 ft |
| Coordinates | -7.920000, 39.670000 | 40.790000, -111.980000 |
Mafia Island (MFA) to Salt Lake City (SLC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mafia Island Airport (MFA) in Mafia Island, Tanzania to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States is 15,410 kilometers (9,575 miles / 8,321 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.
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 14:15 in Mafia Island, it's 04:15 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 4,171 feet between the two airports. Salt Lake City International Airport sits higher than Mafia Island Airport.
The return flight from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Mafia Island (MFA) follows a heading of 45° (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 Mafia Island Airport (MFA) and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.