DXB
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
1,974 km
1,227 miles
MSW
Massawa
Eritrea
Distance
1,974 km
1,227 mi / 1,066 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
240°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

DXB MSW
Airport Name Dubai International Airport Massawa International Airport
IATA Code DXB MSW
ICAO Code OMDB HHMS
City Dubai Massawa
Country United Arab Emirates Eritrea
Timezone Asia/Dubai Africa/Asmara
Elevation 34 ft 194 ft
Coordinates 25.250000, 55.360000 15.670000, 39.370000

Dubai (DXB) to Massawa (MSW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Dubai International Airport (DXB) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Massawa International Airport (MSW) in Massawa, Eritrea is 1,974 kilometers (1,227 miles / 1,066 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west southwest at a heading of 240°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting United Arab Emirates with Eritrea. 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 12:14 in Dubai, it's 11:14 in Massawa.

The return flight from Massawa (MSW) to Dubai (DXB) follows a heading of 55° (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 Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Massawa International Airport (MSW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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