The flight distance from Kish International Airport (KIH) in Kish Island, Iran to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States is 12,390 kilometers (7,699 miles / 6,690 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northwest at a heading of 349°.

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 Iran 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 00:09 in Kish Island, it's 14:39 in Salt Lake City. With a 9.5-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 4,130 feet between the two airports. Salt Lake City International Airport sits higher than Kish International Airport.

The return flight from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Kish Island (KIH) follows a heading of 13° (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 Kish International Airport (KIH) and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.