SLC
Salt Lake City
United States
8,997 km
5,590 miles
YJS
Samjiyon
KP
Distance
8,997 km
5,590 mi / 4,858 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+16h
America/Denver
Heading
319°
northwest

Airport Comparison

SLC YJS
Airport Name Salt Lake City International Airport Samjiyon Airport
IATA Code SLC YJS
ICAO Code KSLC ZKSE
City Salt Lake City Samjiyon
Country United States KP
Timezone America/Denver Asia/Pyongyang
Elevation 4,231 ft 4,547 ft
Coordinates 40.790000, -111.980000 41.910000, 128.410000

Salt Lake City (SLC) to Samjiyon (YJS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States to Samjiyon Airport (YJS) in Samjiyon, KP is 8,997 kilometers (5,590 miles / 4,858 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 319°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with KP. 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 15:03 in Salt Lake City, it's 07:03 in Samjiyon. With a 16-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 Samjiyon (YJS) to Salt Lake City (SLC) follows a heading of 42° (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 Samjiyon Airport (YJS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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