Airport Comparison
| RHN | SLC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Skorpion Mine Airport | Salt Lake City International Airport |
| IATA Code | RHN | SLC |
| ICAO Code | FYSA | KSLC |
| City | Rosh Pinah | Salt Lake City |
| Country | Namibia | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Windhoek | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 1,870 ft | 4,231 ft |
| Coordinates | -27.880000, 16.650000 | 40.790000, -111.980000 |
Rosh Pinah (RHN) to Salt Lake City (SLC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Skorpion Mine Airport (RHN) in Rosh Pinah, Namibia to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States is 15,159 kilometers (9,419 miles / 8,185 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying west northwest at a heading of 301°.
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 Namibia 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 18:17 in Rosh Pinah, it's 09:17 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 2,361 feet between the two airports. Salt Lake City International Airport sits higher than Skorpion Mine Airport.
The return flight from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Rosh Pinah (RHN) follows a heading of 89° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Skorpion Mine Airport (RHN) and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.