The flight distance from Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport (FLL) in Fort Lauderdale, United States to Mwanza Airport (MWZ) in Mwanza, Tanzania is 12,426 kilometers (7,721 miles / 6,709 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east at a heading of 82°.

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 Tanzania. 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 01:48 in Fort Lauderdale, it's 08:48 in Mwanza. With a 7-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 3,698 feet between the two airports. Mwanza Airport sits higher than Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport.

The return flight from Mwanza (MWZ) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL) 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 Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and Mwanza Airport (MWZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.