The flight distance from Ayers Rock Connellan Airport (AYQ) in Ayers Rock, Australia to Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States is 16,679 kilometers (10,364 miles / 9,006 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying east northeast at a heading of 77°.

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 Australia 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 02:24 in Ayers Rock, it's 11:54 in Tampa. With a 14.5-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 1,600 feet between the two airports. Tampa International Airport sits lower than Ayers Rock Connellan Airport.

The return flight from Tampa (TPA) to Ayers Rock (AYQ) follows a heading of 267° (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 Ayers Rock Connellan Airport (AYQ) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.