MKJ
Makoua
Congo
13,065 km
8,118 miles
SLC
Salt Lake City
United States
Distance
13,065 km
8,118 mi / 7,055 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Africa/Brazzaville
Heading
317°
northwest

Airport Comparison

MKJ SLC
Airport Name Makoua Airport Salt Lake City International Airport
IATA Code MKJ SLC
ICAO Code FCOM KSLC
City Makoua Salt Lake City
Country Congo United States
Timezone Africa/Brazzaville America/Denver
Elevation 1,293 ft 4,231 ft
Coordinates -0.020000, 15.580000 40.790000, -111.980000

Makoua (MKJ) to Salt Lake City (SLC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Makoua Airport (MKJ) in Makoua, Congo to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States is 13,065 kilometers (8,118 miles / 7,055 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northwest at a heading of 317°.

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 Congo 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 23:22 in Makoua, it's 15:22 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 2,938 feet between the two airports. Salt Lake City International Airport sits higher than Makoua Airport.

The return flight from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Makoua (MKJ) follows a heading of 63° (east 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 Makoua Airport (MKJ) and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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