Airport Comparison
| BIF | MPM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss) Airport | Maputo Airport |
| IATA Code | BIF | MPM |
| ICAO Code | KBIF | FQMA |
| City | Fort Bliss/El Paso/ | Maputo |
| Country | United States | Mozambique |
| Timezone | America/Denver | Africa/Maputo |
| Elevation | 3,947 ft | 145 ft |
| Coordinates | 31.850000, -106.380000 | -25.920000, 32.570000 |
Fort Bliss/El Paso/ (BIF) to Maputo (MPM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss) Airport (BIF) in Fort Bliss/El Paso/, United States to Maputo Airport (MPM) in Maputo, Mozambique is 15,988 kilometers (9,935 miles / 8,633 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying east at a heading of 91°.
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 Mozambique. 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 19:12 in Fort Bliss/El Paso/, it's 04:12 in Maputo. With a 9-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 3,802 feet between the two airports. Maputo Airport sits lower than Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss) Airport.
The return flight from Maputo (MPM) to Fort Bliss/El Paso/ (BIF) follows a heading of 289° (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 Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss) Airport (BIF) and Maputo Airport (MPM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.