The flight distance from Asmara International Airport (ASM) in Asmara, Eritrea to Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States is 12,087 kilometers (7,510 miles / 6,526 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northwest at a heading of 307°.

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 Eritrea 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 02:48 in Asmara, it's 18:48 in Tampa. With a 8-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 7,635 feet between the two airports. Tampa International Airport sits lower than Asmara International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Tampa (TPA) to Asmara (ASM) follows a heading of 60° (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 Asmara International Airport (ASM) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.