The flight distance from Maputo Airport (MPM) in Maputo, Mozambique to Puerto Cabezas Airport (PUZ) in Puerto Cabezas, Nicaragua is 13,256 kilometers (8,237 miles / 7,158 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west at a heading of 272°.

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 Mozambique with Nicaragua. 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 11:06 in Maputo, it's 03:06 in Puerto Cabezas. 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.

The return flight from Puerto Cabezas (PUZ) to Maputo (MPM) follows a heading of 112° (east 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 Maputo Airport (MPM) and Puerto Cabezas Airport (PUZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.