The flight distance from Rumbek Airport (RBX) in Rumbek, South Sudan to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States is 13,431 kilometers (8,346 miles / 7,252 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.

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 South Sudan 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 20:57 in Rumbek, it's 11:57 in Salt Lake City. 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 2,853 feet between the two airports. Salt Lake City International Airport sits higher than Rumbek Airport.

The return flight from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Rumbek (RBX) follows a heading of 46° (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 Rumbek Airport (RBX) and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.