The flight distance from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States to Wollongong Airport (WOL) in Wollongong Airport, Australia is 12,975 kilometers (8,062 miles / 7,006 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west southwest at a heading of 246°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 03:05 in Salt Lake City, it's 21:05 in Wollongong Airport. With a 18-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 4,200 feet between the two airports. Wollongong Airport sits lower than Salt Lake City International Airport.

The return flight from Wollongong Airport (WOL) to Salt Lake City (SLC) follows a heading of 57° (east 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 Wollongong Airport (WOL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.