The flight distance from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States to Tianshui Maijishan Airport (THQ) in Tianshui, China is 10,786 kilometers (6,702 miles / 5,824 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 00:30 in Salt Lake City, it's 14:30 in Tianshui. With a 14-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Tianshui (THQ) to Salt Lake City (SLC) follows a heading of 28° (north 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 Tianshui Maijishan Airport (THQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.