MSP
Minneapolis
United States
8,545 km
5,310 miles
WAX
Zuwara
Libya
Distance
8,545 km
5,310 mi / 4,614 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Chicago
Heading
56°
northeast

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MSP WAX
Airport Name Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport Zwara Airport
IATA Code MSP WAX
ICAO Code KMSP HLZW
City Minneapolis Zuwara
Country United States Libya
Timezone America/Chicago Africa/Tripoli
Elevation 842 ft 0 ft
Coordinates 44.880000, -93.220000 32.950000, 12.020000

Minneapolis (MSP) to Zuwara (WAX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) in Minneapolis, United States to Zwara Airport (WAX) in Zuwara, Libya is 8,545 kilometers (5,310 miles / 4,614 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 56°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Libya. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:08 in Minneapolis, it's 02:08 in Zuwara. 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.

The return flight from Zuwara (WAX) to Minneapolis (MSP) follows a heading of 315° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) and Zwara Airport (WAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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