The flight distance from Mafeteng Airport (MFC) in Mafeteng, Lesotho to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States is 16,157 kilometers (10,039 miles / 8,724 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying west northwest at a heading of 300°.

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 Lesotho 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 12:44 in Mafeteng, it's 03:44 in Salt Lake City. With a 9-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 1,119 feet between the two airports. Salt Lake City International Airport sits lower than Mafeteng Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Mafeteng (MFC) follows a heading of 85° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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