The flight distance from Kirkwall Airport (KOI) in Orkney Islands, United Kingdom to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States is 7,161 kilometers (4,449 miles / 3,866 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northwest at a heading of 307°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United Kingdom with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:05 in Orkney Islands, it's 04:05 in Salt Lake City. With a 7-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 4,181 feet between the two airports. Salt Lake City International Airport sits higher than Kirkwall Airport.

The return flight from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Orkney Islands (KOI) follows a heading of 33° (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 Kirkwall Airport (KOI) and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.