The flight distance from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States to Union Glacier Blue-Ice Runway (UGL) in Antartica, AQ is 13,529 kilometers (8,407 miles / 7,305 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying south at a heading of 174°.

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 AQ. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:49 in Salt Lake City, it's 04:49 in Antartica. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,770 feet between the two airports. Union Glacier Blue-Ice Runway sits lower than Salt Lake City International Airport.

The return flight from Antartica (UGL) to Salt Lake City (SLC) follows a heading of 335° (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 Union Glacier Blue-Ice Runway (UGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.