MXP
Milan
Italy
8,639 km
5,368 miles
NKU
Nkaus
Lesotho
Distance
8,639 km
5,368 mi / 4,664 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Rome
Heading
163°
south southeast

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MXP NKU
Airport Name Malpensa International Airport Nkaus Airport
IATA Code MXP NKU
ICAO Code LIMC FXNK
City Milan Nkaus
Country Italy Lesotho
Timezone Europe/Rome Africa/Maseru
Elevation 768 ft 5,621 ft
Coordinates 45.630000, 8.730000 -30.020000, 28.200000

Milan (MXP) to Nkaus (NKU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Malpensa International Airport (MXP) in Milan, Italy to Nkaus Airport (NKU) in Nkaus, Lesotho is 8,639 kilometers (5,368 miles / 4,664 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 163°.

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 Italy with Lesotho. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:53 in Milan, it's 23:53 in Nkaus.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,853 feet between the two airports. Nkaus Airport sits higher than Malpensa International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nkaus (NKU) to Milan (MXP) follows a heading of 346° (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 Malpensa International Airport (MXP) and Nkaus Airport (NKU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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