TPA
Tampa
United States
8,500 km
5,282 miles
XLU
Leo
Burkina Faso
Distance
8,500 km
5,282 mi / 4,590 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
84°
east

Airport Comparison

TPA XLU
Airport Name Tampa International Airport Leo Airport
IATA Code TPA XLU
ICAO Code KTPA DFCL
City Tampa Leo
Country United States Burkina Faso
Timezone America/New_York Africa/Ouagadougou
Elevation 26 ft 1,181 ft
Coordinates 27.980000, -82.530000 11.100000, -2.100000

Tampa (TPA) to Leo (XLU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States to Leo Airport (XLU) in Leo, Burkina Faso is 8,500 kilometers (5,282 miles / 4,590 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 84°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 10:54 in Tampa, it's 15:54 in Leo. 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 1,155 feet between the two airports. Leo Airport sits higher than Tampa International Airport.

The return flight from Leo (XLU) to Tampa (TPA) follows a heading of 296° (west 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 Tampa International Airport (TPA) and Leo Airport (XLU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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