The flight distance from Maputo Airport (MPM) in Maputo, Mozambique to Grant County Airport (SVC) in Silver City, United States is 16,156 kilometers (10,039 miles / 8,724 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying west northwest at a heading of 291°.

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 United States. 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 09:55 in Maputo, it's 01:55 in Silver City. 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 5,301 feet between the two airports. Grant County Airport sits higher than Maputo Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Silver City (SVC) to Maputo (MPM) follows a heading of 89° (east). 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 Grant County Airport (SVC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.