Airport Comparison
| AEA | ATL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Abemama Atoll Airport | Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport |
| IATA Code | AEA | ATL |
| ICAO Code | NGTB | KATL |
| City | Abemama Atoll | Atlanta |
| Country | Kiribati | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tarawa | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 8 ft | 1,026 ft |
| Coordinates | 0.490000, 173.830000 | 33.640000, -84.430000 |
Abemama Atoll (AEA) to Atlanta (ATL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Abemama Atoll Airport (AEA) in Abemama Atoll, Kiribati to Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) in Atlanta, United States is 11,061 kilometers (6,873 miles / 5,973 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 56°.
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 19:12 in Abemama Atoll, it's 02:12 in Atlanta. 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.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,018 feet between the two airports. Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport sits higher than Abemama Atoll Airport.
The return flight from Atlanta (ATL) to Abemama Atoll (AEA) follows a heading of 277° (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 Abemama Atoll Airport (AEA) and Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.