TPA
Tampa
United States
8,511 km
5,288 miles
WZA
Wa
Ghana
Distance
8,511 km
5,288 mi / 4,595 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
86°
east

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TPA WZA
Airport Name Tampa International Airport Wa Airport
IATA Code TPA WZA
ICAO Code KTPA DGLW
City Tampa Wa
Country United States Ghana
Timezone America/New_York Africa/Accra
Elevation 26 ft 1,060 ft
Coordinates 27.980000, -82.530000 10.080000, -2.510000

Tampa (TPA) to Wa (WZA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States to Wa Airport (WZA) in Wa, Ghana is 8,511 kilometers (5,288 miles / 4,595 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 86°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:08 in Tampa, it's 04:08 in Wa. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,034 feet between the two airports. Wa Airport sits higher than Tampa International Airport.

The return flight from Wa (WZA) to Tampa (TPA) follows a heading of 297° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Tampa International Airport (TPA) and Wa Airport (WZA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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