SLC
Salt Lake City
United States
4,754 km
2,954 miles
SYP
Santiago
Panama
Distance
4,754 km
2,954 mi / 2,567 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/Denver
Heading
131°
southeast

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SLC SYP
Airport Name Salt Lake City International Airport Ruben Cantu Airport
IATA Code SLC SYP
ICAO Code KSLC MPSA
City Salt Lake City Santiago
Country United States Panama
Timezone America/Denver America/Panama
Elevation 4,231 ft 272 ft
Coordinates 40.790000, -111.980000 8.090000, -80.950000

Salt Lake City (SLC) to Santiago (SYP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States to Ruben Cantu Airport (SYP) in Santiago, Panama is 4,754 kilometers (2,954 miles / 2,567 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying southeast at a heading of 131°.

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 Panama. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:30 in Salt Lake City, it's 08:30 in Santiago.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,959 feet between the two airports. Ruben Cantu Airport sits lower than Salt Lake City International Airport.

The return flight from Santiago (SYP) to Salt Lake City (SLC) follows a heading of 325° (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 Ruben Cantu Airport (SYP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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