The flight distance from Sigiriya Airport (GIU) in Sigiriya, Sri Lanka to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States is 14,440 kilometers (8,973 miles / 7,797 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northeast at a heading of 13°.

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 Sri Lanka 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 07:12 in Sigiriya, it's 18:42 in Salt Lake City. With a 12.5-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 3,601 feet between the two airports. Salt Lake City International Airport sits higher than Sigiriya Airport.

The return flight from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Sigiriya (GIU) follows a heading of 344° (north 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 Sigiriya Airport (GIU) and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.