The flight distance from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States to Yam Island Airport (XMY) in Yam Island, Australia is 12,005 kilometers (7,459 miles / 6,482 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west at a heading of 272°.

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 23:23 in Salt Lake City, it's 16:23 in Yam Island. With a 17-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 4,231 feet between the two airports. Yam Island Airport sits lower than Salt Lake City International Airport.

The return flight from Yam Island (XMY) to Salt Lake City (SLC) follows a heading of 50° (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 Yam Island Airport (XMY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.