The flight distance from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States to Santa Cruz Airport (SNZ) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 9,984 kilometers (6,204 miles / 5,391 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east southeast at a heading of 121°.

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 Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:36 in Salt Lake City, it's 18:36 in Rio De Janeiro. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,221 feet between the two airports. Santa Cruz Airport sits lower than Salt Lake City International Airport.

The return flight from Rio De Janeiro (SNZ) to Salt Lake City (SLC) follows a heading of 315° (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 Santa Cruz Airport (SNZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.