The flight distance from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) in Van, Turkey is 10,852 kilometers (6,743 miles / 5,860 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northeast at a heading of 19°.

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 Turkey. 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 13:11 in Salt Lake City, it's 23:11 in Van. With a 10-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 1,249 feet between the two airports. Van Ferit Melen Airport sits higher than Salt Lake City International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Van (VAN) to Salt Lake City (SLC) follows a heading of 341° (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 Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.