The flight distance from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States to Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (SSH) in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt is 11,619 kilometers (7,220 miles / 6,274 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 08:44 in Salt Lake City, it's 17:44 in Sharm el-Sheikh. 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 4,088 feet between the two airports. Sharm El Sheikh International Airport sits lower than Salt Lake City International Airport.

The return flight from Sharm el-Sheikh (SSH) to Salt Lake City (SLC) follows a heading of 334° (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 Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) and Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (SSH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.