The flight distance from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States to Pierre Van Ryneveld Airport (UTN) in Upington, South Africa is 15,576 kilometers (9,679 miles / 8,411 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east at a heading of 87°.

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 South Africa. 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 00:21 in Salt Lake City, it's 09:21 in Upington. 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 1,449 feet between the two airports. Pierre Van Ryneveld Airport sits lower than Salt Lake City International Airport.

The return flight from Upington (UTN) to Salt Lake City (SLC) follows a heading of 301° (west 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 Pierre Van Ryneveld Airport (UTN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.