The flight distance from Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport (IXL) in Leh, India to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States is 11,626 kilometers (7,224 miles / 6,278 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north at a heading of 7°.

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 India 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 05:19 in Leh, it's 16:49 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 6,451 feet between the two airports. Salt Lake City International Airport sits lower than Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Leh (IXL) follows a heading of 352° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport (IXL) and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.