Airport Comparison
| MPM | TUC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Maputo Airport | Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport |
| IATA Code | MPM | TUC |
| ICAO Code | FQMA | SANT |
| City | Maputo | San Miguel de Tucuman |
| Country | Mozambique | Argentina |
| Timezone | Africa/Maputo | America/Argentina/Tucuman |
| Elevation | 145 ft | 1,493 ft |
| Coordinates | -25.920000, 32.570000 | -26.840000, -65.100000 |
Maputo (MPM) to San Miguel de Tucuman (TUC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Maputo Airport (MPM) in Maputo, Mozambique to Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport (TUC) in San Miguel de Tucuman, Argentina is 9,432 kilometers (5,861 miles / 5,093 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west southwest at a heading of 243°.
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 Argentina. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 08:34 in Maputo, it's 03:34 in San Miguel de Tucuman. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,348 feet between the two airports. Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport sits higher than Maputo Airport.
The return flight from San Miguel de Tucuman (TUC) to Maputo (MPM) follows a heading of 116° (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 Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport (TUC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.