AUH
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
4,483 km
2,786 miles
MMQ
Mbala
Zambia
Distance
4,483 km
2,786 mi / 2,421 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
217°
southwest

Airport Comparison

AUH MMQ
Airport Name Abu Dhabi International Airport Mbala Airport
IATA Code AUH MMQ
ICAO Code OMAA FLBA
City Abu Dhabi Mbala
Country United Arab Emirates Zambia
Timezone Asia/Dubai Africa/Lusaka
Elevation 88 ft 5,454 ft
Coordinates 24.430000, 54.650000 -8.860000, 31.340000

Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Mbala (MMQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to Mbala Airport (MMQ) in Mbala, Zambia is 4,483 kilometers (2,786 miles / 2,421 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying southwest at a heading of 217°.

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 Arab Emirates with Zambia. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:20 in Abu Dhabi, it's 03:20 in Mbala.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,366 feet between the two airports. Mbala Airport sits higher than Abu Dhabi International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Mbala (MMQ) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) follows a heading of 34° (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 Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) and Mbala Airport (MMQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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