The flight distance from Madras Municipal Airport (MDJ) in Madras, United States to Maputo Airport (MPM) in Maputo, Mozambique is 16,874 kilometers (10,485 miles / 9,111 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying east northeast at a heading of 57°.

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 05:13 in Madras, it's 14:13 in Maputo. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,293 feet between the two airports. Maputo Airport sits lower than Madras Municipal Airport.

The return flight from Maputo (MPM) to Madras (MDJ) follows a heading of 318° (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 Madras Municipal Airport (MDJ) and Maputo Airport (MPM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.