PHX
Phoenix
United States
12,185 km
7,571 miles
TCP
Taba
Egypt
Distance
12,185 km
7,571 mi / 6,579 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+9h
America/Phoenix
Heading
30°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

PHX TCP
Airport Name Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport Taba International Airport
IATA Code PHX TCP
ICAO Code KPHX HETB
City Phoenix Taba
Country United States Egypt
Timezone America/Phoenix Africa/Cairo
Elevation 1,135 ft 2,415 ft
Coordinates 33.430000, -112.010000 29.590000, 34.780000

Phoenix (PHX) to Taba (TCP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) in Phoenix, United States to Taba International Airport (TCP) in Taba, Egypt is 12,185 kilometers (7,571 miles / 6,579 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northeast at a heading of 30°.

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 Egypt. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:08 in Phoenix, it's 00:08 in Taba. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,280 feet between the two airports. Taba International Airport sits higher than Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.

The return flight from Taba (TCP) to Phoenix (PHX) follows a heading of 331° (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 Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and Taba International Airport (TCP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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