The flight distance from Maputo Airport (MPM) in Maputo, Mozambique to Zhongwei Shapotou Airport (ZHY) in Zhongwei, China is 10,346 kilometers (6,429 miles / 5,586 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.

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 17:04 in Maputo, it's 23:04 in Zhongwei. 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 8,057 feet between the two airports. Zhongwei Shapotou Airport sits higher than Maputo Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Zhongwei (ZHY) to Maputo (MPM) follows a heading of 239° (west 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 Zhongwei Shapotou Airport (ZHY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.