The flight distance from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) in Austin, United States to Sesriem Airstrip (SZM) in Sesriem Airstrip, Namibia is 13,501 kilometers (8,389 miles / 7,290 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east southeast at a heading of 102°.

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 United States with Namibia. 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 02:51 in Austin, it's 10:51 in Sesriem Airstrip. 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 1,913 feet between the two airports. Sesriem Airstrip sits higher than Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.

The return flight from Sesriem Airstrip (SZM) to Austin (AUS) follows a heading of 292° (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 Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) and Sesriem Airstrip (SZM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.