BKK
Bangkok
Thailand
8,093 km
5,029 miles
CIP
Chipata
Zambia
Distance
8,093 km
5,029 mi / 4,370 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Bangkok
Heading
251°
west southwest

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BKK CIP
Airport Name Suvarnabhumi Airport Chipata Airport
IATA Code BKK CIP
ICAO Code VTBS FLCP
City Bangkok Chipata
Country Thailand Zambia
Timezone Asia/Bangkok Africa/Lusaka
Elevation 5 ft 3,360 ft
Coordinates 13.680000, 100.750000 -13.560000, 32.590000

Bangkok (BKK) to Chipata (CIP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) in Bangkok, Thailand to Chipata Airport (CIP) in Chipata, Zambia is 8,093 kilometers (5,029 miles / 4,370 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west southwest at a heading of 251°.

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 Thailand with Zambia. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:11 in Bangkok, it's 01:11 in Chipata. 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 3,355 feet between the two airports. Chipata Airport sits higher than Suvarnabhumi Airport.

The return flight from Chipata (CIP) to Bangkok (BKK) follows a heading of 71° (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 Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Chipata Airport (CIP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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