The flight distance from Jeki Airstrip (JEK) in Lower Zambezi National Park, Zambia to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) in Phoenix, United States is 15,691 kilometers (9,750 miles / 8,472 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northwest at a heading of 304°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 04:05 in Lower Zambezi National Park, it's 19:05 in Phoenix. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,327 feet between the two airports. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport sits lower than Jeki Airstrip.

The return flight from Phoenix (PHX) to Lower Zambezi National Park (JEK) follows a heading of 72° (east 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 Jeki Airstrip (JEK) and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.