MUC
Munich
Germany
3,355 km
2,085 miles
SJZ
Velas
Portugal
Distance
3,355 km
2,085 mi / 1,811 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Europe/Berlin
Heading
266°
west

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MUC SJZ
Airport Name Munich International Airport Sao Jorge Airport
IATA Code MUC SJZ
ICAO Code EDDM LPSJ
City Munich Velas
Country Germany Portugal
Timezone Europe/Berlin Atlantic/Azores
Elevation 1,487 ft 311 ft
Coordinates 48.350000, 11.790000 38.670000, -28.180000

Munich (MUC) to Velas (SJZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Munich International Airport (MUC) in Munich, Germany to Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ) in Velas, Portugal is 3,355 kilometers (2,085 miles / 1,811 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west at a heading of 266°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Germany with Portugal. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:01 in Munich, it's 07:01 in Velas.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,176 feet between the two airports. Sao Jorge Airport sits lower than Munich International Airport.

The return flight from Velas (SJZ) to Munich (MUC) follows a heading of 58° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Munich International Airport (MUC) and Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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