Airport Comparison
| FRW | MSP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Francistown Airport | Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport |
| IATA Code | FRW | MSP |
| ICAO Code | FBFT | KMSP |
| City | Francistown | Minneapolis |
| Country | Botswana | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 3,283 ft | 842 ft |
| Coordinates | -21.160000, 27.470000 | 44.880000, -93.220000 |
Francistown (FRW) to Minneapolis (MSP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Francistown Airport (FRW) in Francistown, Botswana to Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) in Minneapolis, United States is 14,044 kilometers (8,726 miles / 7,583 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northwest at a heading of 311°.
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 Botswana with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:51 in Francistown, it's 17:51 in Minneapolis. With a 8-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 2,441 feet between the two airports. Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport sits lower than Francistown Airport.
The return flight from Minneapolis (MSP) to Francistown (FRW) follows a heading of 84° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Francistown Airport (FRW) and Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.