MFC
Mafeteng
Lesotho
8,792 km
5,463 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
8,792 km
5,463 mi / 4,747 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Maseru
Heading
347°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

MFC ZRH
Airport Name Mafeteng Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code MFC ZRH
ICAO Code FXMF LSZH
City Mafeteng Zurich
Country Lesotho Switzerland
Timezone Africa/Maseru Europe/Zurich
Elevation 5,350 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates -29.800000, 27.240000 47.460000, 8.550000

Mafeteng (MFC) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Mafeteng Airport (MFC) in Mafeteng, Lesotho to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 8,792 kilometers (5,463 miles / 4,747 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 347°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Lesotho with Switzerland. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:05 in Mafeteng, it's 16:05 in Zurich.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,934 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits lower than Mafeteng Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Mafeteng (MFC) follows a heading of 164° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Mafeteng Airport (MFC) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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