The flight distance from Phaplu Airport (PPL) in Phaplu, Nepal to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States is 12,182 kilometers (7,569 miles / 6,578 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northeast at a heading of 15°.

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 Nepal with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:50 in Phaplu, it's 10:05 in Salt Lake City. With a 12.75-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 3,687 feet between the two airports. Salt Lake City International Airport sits lower than Phaplu Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Phaplu (PPL) follows a heading of 343° (north 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 Phaplu Airport (PPL) and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.