Airport Comparison
| SLC | XKH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Salt Lake City International Airport | Xieng Khouang Airport |
| IATA Code | SLC | XKH |
| ICAO Code | KSLC | VLXK |
| City | Salt Lake City | Xieng Khouang |
| Country | United States | Laos |
| Timezone | America/Denver | Asia/Vientiane |
| Elevation | 4,231 ft | 3,445 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.790000, -111.980000 | 19.450000, 103.160000 |
Salt Lake City (SLC) to Xieng Khouang (XKH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States to Xieng Khouang Airport (XKH) in Xieng Khouang, Laos is 12,397 kilometers (7,703 miles / 6,694 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northwest at a heading of 324°.
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 Laos. 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 11:00 in Salt Lake City, it's 01:00 in Xieng Khouang. With a 14-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Xieng Khouang (XKH) to Salt Lake City (SLC) follows a heading of 28° (north 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 Xieng Khouang Airport (XKH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.