BNA
Nashville
United States
13,198 km
8,201 miles
SCT
Socotra Islands
Yemen
Distance
13,198 km
8,201 mi / 7,126 nm
Est. Flight Time
17h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+9h
America/Chicago
Heading
45°
northeast

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BNA SCT
Airport Name Nashville International Airport Socotra International Airport
IATA Code BNA SCT
ICAO Code KBNA OYSQ
City Nashville Socotra Islands
Country United States Yemen
Timezone America/Chicago Asia/Aden
Elevation 599 ft 146 ft
Coordinates 36.120000, -86.680000 12.630000, 53.910000

Nashville (BNA) to Socotra Islands (SCT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Nashville International Airport (BNA) in Nashville, United States to Socotra International Airport (SCT) in Socotra Islands, Yemen is 13,198 kilometers (8,201 miles / 7,126 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northeast at a heading of 45°.

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 Yemen. 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 14:52 in Nashville, it's 23:52 in Socotra Islands. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Socotra Islands (SCT) to Nashville (BNA) follows a heading of 324° (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 Socotra International Airport (SCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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