BNA
Nashville
United States
12,864 km
7,993 miles
SLI
Solwesi
Zambia
Distance
12,864 km
7,993 mi / 6,946 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Chicago
Heading
86°
east

Airport Comparison

BNA SLI
Airport Name Nashville International Airport Solwesi Airport
IATA Code BNA SLI
ICAO Code KBNA FLSW
City Nashville Solwesi
Country United States Zambia
Timezone America/Chicago Africa/Lusaka
Elevation 599 ft 4,551 ft
Coordinates 36.120000, -86.680000 -12.170000, 26.370000

Nashville (BNA) to Solwesi (SLI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Nashville International Airport (BNA) in Nashville, United States to Solwesi Airport (SLI) in Solwesi, Zambia is 12,864 kilometers (7,993 miles / 6,946 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east at a heading of 86°.

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 Zambia. 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 04:25 in Nashville, it's 12:25 in Solwesi. 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 3,952 feet between the two airports. Solwesi Airport sits higher than Nashville International Airport.

The return flight from Solwesi (SLI) to Nashville (BNA) follows a heading of 304° (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 Solwesi Airport (SLI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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