The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Mocimboa da Praia Airport (MZB) in Mocimboa da Praia, Mozambique is 16,706 kilometers (10,380 miles / 9,020 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying northeast at a heading of 46°.

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 16:48 in Los Angeles, it's 01:48 in Mocimboa da Praia. 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.

The return flight from Mocimboa da Praia (MZB) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 323° (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 Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Mocimboa da Praia Airport (MZB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.