DEN
Denver
United States
14,332 km
8,905 miles
SLI
Solwesi
Zambia
Distance
14,332 km
8,905 mi / 7,738 nm
Est. Flight Time
18h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+9h
America/Denver
Heading
71°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

DEN SLI
Airport Name Denver International Airport Solwesi Airport
IATA Code DEN SLI
ICAO Code KDEN FLSW
City Denver Solwesi
Country United States Zambia
Timezone America/Denver Africa/Lusaka
Elevation 5,434 ft 4,551 ft
Coordinates 39.860000, -104.670000 -12.170000, 26.370000

Denver (DEN) to Solwesi (SLI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, United States to Solwesi Airport (SLI) in Solwesi, Zambia is 14,332 kilometers (8,905 miles / 7,738 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east northeast at a heading of 71°.

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 01:55 in Denver, it's 10:55 in Solwesi. 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 Solwesi (SLI) to Denver (DEN) follows a heading of 312° (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 Denver International Airport (DEN) and Solwesi Airport (SLI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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