The flight distance from Kimberley Airport (KIM) in Kimberley, South Africa to Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States is 13,025 kilometers (8,094 miles / 7,033 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west northwest at a heading of 289°.

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 South Africa 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 04:25 in Kimberley, it's 22:25 in Tampa. With a 6-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 3,924 feet between the two airports. Tampa International Airport sits lower than Kimberley Airport.

The return flight from Tampa (TPA) to Kimberley (KIM) follows a heading of 110° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Kimberley Airport (KIM) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.