SLC
Salt Lake City
United States
10,210 km
6,344 miles
WAP
Alto Palena
Chile
Distance
10,210 km
6,344 mi / 5,513 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
America/Denver
Heading
152°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

SLC WAP
Airport Name Salt Lake City International Airport Alto Palena Airport
IATA Code SLC WAP
ICAO Code KSLC SCAP
City Salt Lake City Alto Palena
Country United States Chile
Timezone America/Denver America/Santiago
Elevation 4,231 ft 794 ft
Coordinates 40.790000, -111.980000 -43.610000, -71.810000

Salt Lake City (SLC) to Alto Palena (WAP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States to Alto Palena Airport (WAP) in Alto Palena, Chile is 10,210 kilometers (6,344 miles / 5,513 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying south southeast at a heading of 152°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:23 in Salt Lake City, it's 18:23 in Alto Palena. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,437 feet between the two airports. Alto Palena Airport sits lower than Salt Lake City International Airport.

The return flight from Alto Palena (WAP) to Salt Lake City (SLC) follows a heading of 331° (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 Alto Palena Airport (WAP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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