The flight distance from Tabiteuea North Airport (TBF) in Tabiteuea North Airport, Kiribati to Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States is 11,316 kilometers (7,031 miles / 6,110 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east northeast at a heading of 62°.

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 Kiribati with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:29 in Tabiteuea North Airport, it's 05:29 in Tampa. With a 17-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Tampa (TPA) to Tabiteuea North Airport (TBF) follows a heading of 275° (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 Tabiteuea North Airport (TBF) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.