Airport Comparison
| JEK | SLC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jeki Airstrip | Salt Lake City International Airport |
| IATA Code | JEK | SLC |
| ICAO Code | FLJK | KSLC |
| City | Lower Zambezi National Park | Salt Lake City |
| Country | Zambia | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 4,462 ft | 4,231 ft |
| Coordinates | -15.630000, 29.600000 | 40.790000, -111.980000 |
Lower Zambezi National Park (JEK) to Salt Lake City (SLC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jeki Airstrip (JEK) in Lower Zambezi National Park, Zambia to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States is 15,384 kilometers (9,559 miles / 8,307 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northwest at a heading of 315°.
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 03:31 in Lower Zambezi National Park, it's 18:31 in Salt Lake City. 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 Salt Lake City (SLC) to Lower Zambezi National Park (JEK) follows a heading of 64° (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 Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.