Airport Comparison
Hit (IQA) to Salt Lake City (SLC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Al Asad Air Base (IQA) in Hit, Iraq to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States is 11,318 kilometers (7,033 miles / 6,111 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.
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 Iraq 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 13:59 in Hit, it's 03:59 in Salt Lake City. With a 10-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 3,613 feet between the two airports. Salt Lake City International Airport sits higher than Al Asad Air Base.
The return flight from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Hit (IQA) follows a heading of 22° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Al Asad Air Base (IQA) and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.