The flight distance from Maputo Airport (MPM) in Maputo, Mozambique to Yushu Batang Airport (YUS) in Yushu, China is 9,442 kilometers (5,867 miles / 5,098 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 50°.

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 China. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:17 in Maputo, it's 19:17 in Yushu. With a 6-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 12,671 feet between the two airports. Yushu Batang Airport sits higher than Maputo Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Yushu (YUS) to Maputo (MPM) follows a heading of 235° (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 Yushu Batang Airport (YUS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.