BNA
Nashville
United States
10,969 km
6,816 miles
ERL
Erenhot
China
Distance
10,969 km
6,816 mi / 5,923 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+14h
America/Chicago
Heading
346°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

BNA ERL
Airport Name Nashville International Airport Erenhot Saiwusu International Airport
IATA Code BNA ERL
ICAO Code KBNA ZBER
City Nashville Erenhot
Country United States China
Timezone America/Chicago Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 599 ft 3,301 ft
Coordinates 36.120000, -86.680000 43.420000, 112.100000

Nashville (BNA) to Erenhot (ERL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Nashville International Airport (BNA) in Nashville, United States to Erenhot Saiwusu International Airport (ERL) in Erenhot, China is 10,969 kilometers (6,816 miles / 5,923 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 346°.

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 China. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:00 in Nashville, it's 12:00 in Erenhot. With a 14-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 2,702 feet between the two airports. Erenhot Saiwusu International Airport sits higher than Nashville International Airport.

The return flight from Erenhot (ERL) to Nashville (BNA) follows a heading of 15° (north 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 Nashville International Airport (BNA) and Erenhot Saiwusu International Airport (ERL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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