RAR
Avarua
CK
8,479 km
5,269 miles
SLC
Salt Lake City
United States
Distance
8,479 km
5,269 mi / 4,578 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Pacific/Rarotonga
Heading
35°
northeast

Airport Comparison

RAR SLC
Airport Name Rarotonga International Airport Salt Lake City International Airport
IATA Code RAR SLC
ICAO Code NCRG KSLC
City Avarua Salt Lake City
Country CK United States
Timezone Pacific/Rarotonga America/Denver
Elevation 19 ft 4,231 ft
Coordinates -21.200000, -159.810000 40.790000, -111.980000

Avarua (RAR) to Salt Lake City (SLC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Rarotonga International Airport (RAR) in Avarua, CK to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States is 8,479 kilometers (5,269 miles / 4,578 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 35°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting CK with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:03 in Avarua, it's 12:03 in Salt Lake City. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,212 feet between the two airports. Salt Lake City International Airport sits higher than Rarotonga International Airport.

The return flight from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Avarua (RAR) follows a heading of 225° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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