Airport Comparison
Maputo (MPM) to Nuku'alofa (TBU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Maputo Airport (MPM) in Maputo, Mozambique to Fua'amotu International Airport (TBU) in Nuku'alofa, Tonga is 13,979 kilometers (8,686 miles / 7,548 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying south southeast at a heading of 148°.
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 Tonga. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 10:29 in Maputo, it's 21:29 in Nuku'alofa. With a 11-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 Nuku'alofa (TBU) to Maputo (MPM) follows a heading of 211° (south southwest). 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 Fua'amotu International Airport (TBU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.