Airport Comparison
| STL | TJA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | St Louis Lambert International Airport | Capitan Oriel Lea Plaza Airport |
| IATA Code | STL | TJA |
| ICAO Code | KSTL | SLTJ |
| City | St Louis | Tarija |
| Country | United States | Bolivia |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/La_Paz |
| Elevation | 617 ft | 6,079 ft |
| Coordinates | 38.750000, -90.370000 | -21.560000, -64.700000 |
St Louis (STL) to Tarija (TJA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) in St Louis, United States to Capitan Oriel Lea Plaza Airport (TJA) in Tarija, Bolivia is 7,220 kilometers (4,486 miles / 3,898 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying south southeast at a heading of 154°.
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 Bolivia. 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 15:00 in St Louis, it's 17:00 in Tarija.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,462 feet between the two airports. Capitan Oriel Lea Plaza Airport sits higher than St Louis Lambert International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Tarija (TJA) to St Louis (STL) follows a heading of 338° (north 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 St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) and Capitan Oriel Lea Plaza Airport (TJA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.