The flight distance from El Lencero Airport (JAL) in Xalapa, Mexico to Maputo Airport (MPM) in Maputo, Mozambique is 14,803 kilometers (9,198 miles / 7,993 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east southeast at a heading of 108°.

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 Mexico 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 02:19 in Xalapa, it's 10:19 in Maputo. 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 2,982 feet between the two airports. Maputo Airport sits lower than El Lencero Airport.

The return flight from Maputo (MPM) to Xalapa (JAL) follows a heading of 273° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the El Lencero Airport (JAL) and Maputo Airport (MPM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.