PHX
Phoenix
United States
5,265 km
3,272 miles
PTZ
Shell Mera
Ecuador
Distance
5,265 km
3,272 mi / 2,843 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/Phoenix
Heading
131°
southeast

Airport Comparison

PHX PTZ
Airport Name Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport Rio Amazonas Airport
IATA Code PHX PTZ
ICAO Code KPHX SESM
City Phoenix Shell Mera
Country United States Ecuador
Timezone America/Phoenix America/Guayaquil
Elevation 1,135 ft 3,465 ft
Coordinates 33.430000, -112.010000 -1.510000, -78.060000

Phoenix (PHX) to Shell Mera (PTZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) in Phoenix, United States to Rio Amazonas Airport (PTZ) in Shell Mera, Ecuador is 5,265 kilometers (3,272 miles / 2,843 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying southeast at a heading of 131°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:58 in Phoenix, it's 16:58 in Shell Mera.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,330 feet between the two airports. Rio Amazonas Airport sits higher than Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.

The return flight from Shell Mera (PTZ) to Phoenix (PHX) follows a heading of 321° (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 Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and Rio Amazonas Airport (PTZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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