MUC
Munich
Germany
8,655 km
5,378 miles
SYA
Shemya
United States
Distance
8,655 km
5,378 mi / 4,673 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-11h
Europe/Berlin
Heading
11°
north

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MUC SYA
Airport Name Munich International Airport Eareckson Air Station
IATA Code MUC SYA
ICAO Code EDDM PASY
City Munich Shemya
Country Germany United States
Timezone Europe/Berlin America/Adak
Elevation 1,487 ft 98 ft
Coordinates 48.350000, 11.790000 52.700000, 174.100000

Munich (MUC) to Shemya (SYA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Munich International Airport (MUC) in Munich, Germany to Eareckson Air Station (SYA) in Shemya, United States is 8,655 kilometers (5,378 miles / 4,673 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north at a heading of 11°.

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 Germany with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:01 in Munich, it's 06:01 in Shemya. With a 11-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 1,389 feet between the two airports. Eareckson Air Station sits lower than Munich International Airport.

The return flight from Shemya (SYA) to Munich (MUC) follows a heading of 348° (north 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 Munich International Airport (MUC) and Eareckson Air Station (SYA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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