The flight distance from Nashville International Airport (BNA) in Nashville, United States to Orapa Airport (ORP) in Orapa Airport, Botswana is 13,313 kilometers (8,272 miles / 7,188 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east at a heading of 96°.

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 Botswana. 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 11:14 in Nashville, it's 19:14 in Orapa Airport. 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 2,501 feet between the two airports. Orapa Airport sits higher than Nashville International Airport.

The return flight from Orapa Airport (ORP) to Nashville (BNA) follows a heading of 300° (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 Nashville International Airport (BNA) and Orapa Airport (ORP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.