SLC
Salt Lake City
United States
4,964 km
3,085 miles
YLT
Alert
Canada
Distance
4,964 km
3,085 mi / 2,680 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/Denver
Heading
north

Airport Comparison

SLC YLT
Airport Name Salt Lake City International Airport Alert Airport
IATA Code SLC YLT
ICAO Code KSLC CYLT
City Salt Lake City Alert
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/Denver America/Toronto
Elevation 4,231 ft 100 ft
Coordinates 40.790000, -111.980000 82.520000, -62.280000

Salt Lake City (SLC) to Alert (YLT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States to Alert Airport (YLT) in Alert, Canada is 4,964 kilometers (3,085 miles / 2,680 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north at a heading of 8°.

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 Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:26 in Salt Lake City, it's 15:26 in Alert.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,131 feet between the two airports. Alert Airport sits lower than Salt Lake City International Airport.

The return flight from Alert (YLT) to Salt Lake City (SLC) follows a heading of 235° (southwest). 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 Alert Airport (YLT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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