Airport Comparison
Salt Lake City (SLC) to Samos Island (SMI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States to Samos Airport (SMI) in Samos Island, Greece is 10,339 kilometers (6,424 miles / 5,583 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northeast at a heading of 31°.
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 Greece. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 10:47 in Salt Lake City, it's 19:47 in Samos Island. 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 4,212 feet between the two airports. Samos Airport sits lower than Salt Lake City International Airport.
The return flight from Samos Island (SMI) to Salt Lake City (SLC) follows a heading of 330° (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 Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) and Samos Airport (SMI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.