The flight distance from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) in Phoenix, United States to Sekakes Airport (SKQ) in Sekakes, Lesotho is 16,272 kilometers (10,111 miles / 8,786 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying east at a heading of 95°.

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 Lesotho. 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 03:15 in Phoenix, it's 12:15 in Sekakes. 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 4,565 feet between the two airports. Sekakes Airport sits higher than Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Sekakes (SKQ) to Phoenix (PHX) follows a heading of 286° (west 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and Sekakes Airport (SKQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.