Airport Comparison
| SLC | TCA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Salt Lake City International Airport | Tennant Creek Airport |
| IATA Code | SLC | TCA |
| ICAO Code | KSLC | YTNK |
| City | Salt Lake City | Tennant Creek |
| Country | United States | Australia |
| Timezone | America/Denver | Australia/Darwin |
| Elevation | 4,231 ft | 1,236 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.790000, -111.980000 | -19.630000, 134.180000 |
Salt Lake City (SLC) to Tennant Creek (TCA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States to Tennant Creek Airport (TCA) in Tennant Creek, Australia is 13,400 kilometers (8,326 miles / 7,236 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west at a heading of 270°.
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 Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 08:02 in Salt Lake City, it's 00:32 in Tennant Creek. With a 16.5-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 2,995 feet between the two airports. Tennant Creek Airport sits lower than Salt Lake City International Airport.
The return flight from Tennant Creek (TCA) to Salt Lake City (SLC) follows a heading of 53° (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 Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) and Tennant Creek Airport (TCA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.