RLT
Arlit
Niger
9,032 km
5,612 miles
TPA
Tampa
United States
Distance
9,032 km
5,612 mi / 4,877 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Africa/Niamey
Heading
297°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

RLT TPA
Airport Name Arlit Airport Tampa International Airport
IATA Code RLT TPA
ICAO Code DRZL KTPA
City Arlit Tampa
Country Niger United States
Timezone Africa/Niamey America/New_York
Elevation 1,443 ft 26 ft
Coordinates 18.790000, 7.370000 27.980000, -82.530000

Arlit (RLT) to Tampa (TPA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Arlit Airport (RLT) in Arlit, Niger to Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States is 9,032 kilometers (5,612 miles / 4,877 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west northwest at a heading of 297°.

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 Niger 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 08:24 in Arlit, it's 02:24 in Tampa. With a 6-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 1,417 feet between the two airports. Tampa International Airport sits lower than Arlit Airport.

The return flight from Tampa (TPA) to Arlit (RLT) follows a heading of 73° (east 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 Arlit Airport (RLT) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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