The flight distance from Sultan Iskandarmuda Airport (BTJ) in Banda Aceh-Sumatra Island, Indonesia to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) in Phoenix, United States is 14,809 kilometers (9,202 miles / 7,996 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northeast at a heading of 32°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 09:57 in Banda Aceh-Sumatra Island, it's 19:57 in Phoenix. 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 1,070 feet between the two airports. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport sits higher than Sultan Iskandarmuda Airport.

The return flight from Phoenix (PHX) to Banda Aceh-Sumatra Island (BTJ) follows a heading of 321° (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 Sultan Iskandarmuda Airport (BTJ) and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.