MSP
Minneapolis
United States
12,814 km
7,963 miles
SCT
Socotra Islands
Yemen
Distance
12,814 km
7,963 mi / 6,919 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+9h
America/Chicago
Heading
36°
northeast

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MSP SCT
Airport Name Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport Socotra International Airport
IATA Code MSP SCT
ICAO Code KMSP OYSQ
City Minneapolis Socotra Islands
Country United States Yemen
Timezone America/Chicago Asia/Aden
Elevation 842 ft 146 ft
Coordinates 44.880000, -93.220000 12.630000, 53.910000

Minneapolis (MSP) to Socotra Islands (SCT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) in Minneapolis, United States to Socotra International Airport (SCT) in Socotra Islands, Yemen is 12,814 kilometers (7,963 miles / 6,919 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 36°.

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 United States with Yemen. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:37 in Minneapolis, it's 23:37 in Socotra Islands. 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 Socotra Islands (SCT) to Minneapolis (MSP) follows a heading of 335° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) and Socotra International Airport (SCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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