Airport Comparison
| SLC | TGG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Salt Lake City International Airport | Sultan Mahmud Airport |
| IATA Code | SLC | TGG |
| ICAO Code | KSLC | WMKN |
| City | Salt Lake City | Kuala Terengganu |
| Country | United States | Malaysia |
| Timezone | America/Denver | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur |
| Elevation | 4,231 ft | 21 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.790000, -111.980000 | 5.380000, 103.100000 |
Salt Lake City (SLC) to Kuala Terengganu (TGG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States to Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG) in Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia is 13,761 kilometers (8,550 miles / 7,430 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northwest at a heading of 317°.
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 Malaysia. 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 09:42 in Salt Lake City, it's 00:42 in Kuala Terengganu. With a 15-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 4,210 feet between the two airports. Sultan Mahmud Airport sits lower than Salt Lake City International Airport.
The return flight from Kuala Terengganu (TGG) to Salt Lake City (SLC) follows a heading of 32° (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 Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.