The flight distance from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States to Tengchong Tuofeng Airport (TCZ) in Tengchong, China is 12,057 kilometers (7,492 miles / 6,510 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northwest at a heading of 331°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:51 in Salt Lake City, it's 07:51 in Tengchong. With a 14-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 2,019 feet between the two airports. Tengchong Tuofeng 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 Tengchong (TCZ) to Salt Lake City (SLC) follows a heading of 24° (north northeast). 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 Tengchong Tuofeng Airport (TCZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.