SLC
Salt Lake City
United States
8,730 km
5,425 miles
SMV
Samedan Airport
Switzerland
Distance
8,730 km
5,425 mi / 4,714 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Denver
Heading
37°
northeast

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SLC SMV
Airport Name Salt Lake City International Airport Samedan Airport
IATA Code SLC SMV
ICAO Code KSLC LSZS
City Salt Lake City N/A
Country United States Switzerland
Timezone America/Denver Europe/Zurich
Elevation 4,231 ft 5,600 ft
Coordinates 40.790000, -111.980000 46.530000, 9.880000

Salt Lake City (SLC) to Samedan Airport (SMV) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States to Samedan Airport (SMV) in Samedan Airport, Switzerland is 8,730 kilometers (5,425 miles / 4,714 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 37°.

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 United States with Switzerland. 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 09:20 in Salt Lake City, it's 17:20 in Samedan Airport. With a 8-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 1,369 feet between the two airports. Samedan Airport sits higher than Salt Lake City International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Samedan Airport (SMV) to Salt Lake City (SLC) follows a heading of 319° (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 Samedan Airport (SMV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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