Airport Comparison
| POL | SLC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Pemba Airport | Salt Lake City International Airport |
| IATA Code | POL | SLC |
| ICAO Code | FQPB | KSLC |
| City | Pemba / Porto Amelia | Salt Lake City |
| Country | Mozambique | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Maputo | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 331 ft | 4,231 ft |
| Coordinates | -12.990000, 40.520000 | 40.790000, -111.980000 |
Pemba / Porto Amelia (POL) to Salt Lake City (SLC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Pemba Airport (POL) in Pemba / Porto Amelia, Mozambique to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States is 15,928 kilometers (9,897 miles / 8,601 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying northwest at a heading of 324°.
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 Mozambique 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 15:55 in Pemba / Porto Amelia, it's 06:55 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 3,900 feet between the two airports. Salt Lake City International Airport sits higher than Pemba Airport.
The return flight from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Pemba / Porto Amelia (POL) follows a heading of 49° (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 Pemba Airport (POL) and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.