Airport Comparison
Sumbawanga (SUT) to Taipei (TPE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sumbawanga Airport (SUT) in Sumbawanga, Tanzania to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) in Taipei, Taiwan is 10,338 kilometers (6,424 miles / 5,582 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east northeast at a heading of 65°.
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 Tanzania with Taiwan. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 10:15 in Sumbawanga, it's 15:15 in Taipei. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,814 feet between the two airports. Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport sits lower than Sumbawanga Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Taipei (TPE) to Sumbawanga (SUT) follows a heading of 263° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Sumbawanga Airport (SUT) and Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.