THZ
Tahoua
Niger
9,027 km
5,609 miles
TPA
Tampa
United States
Distance
9,027 km
5,609 mi / 4,874 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Africa/Niamey
Heading
297°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

THZ TPA
Airport Name Tahoua Airport Tampa International Airport
IATA Code THZ TPA
ICAO Code DRRT KTPA
City Tahoua Tampa
Country Niger United States
Timezone Africa/Niamey America/New_York
Elevation 1,266 ft 26 ft
Coordinates 14.880000, 5.270000 27.980000, -82.530000

Tahoua (THZ) to Tampa (TPA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Tahoua Airport (THZ) in Tahoua, Niger to Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States is 9,027 kilometers (5,609 miles / 4,874 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west northwest at a heading of 297°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 22:25 in Tahoua, it's 16:25 in Tampa. With a 6-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 1,240 feet between the two airports. Tampa International Airport sits lower than Tahoua Airport.

The return flight from Tampa (TPA) to Tahoua (THZ) follows a heading of 78° (east 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 Tahoua Airport (THZ) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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