The flight distance from Kotakoli Airport (KLI) in Kotakoli Airport, DR Congo to Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States is 11,172 kilometers (6,942 miles / 6,032 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west northwest at a heading of 299°.

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 DR Congo 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 06:27 in Kotakoli Airport, it's 00:27 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 1,775 feet between the two airports. Tampa International Airport sits lower than Kotakoli Airport.

The return flight from Tampa (TPA) to Kotakoli Airport (KLI) follows a heading of 80° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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