MXP
Milan
Italy
8,221 km
5,108 miles
NLP
Nelspruit
South Africa
Distance
8,221 km
5,108 mi / 4,439 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Rome
Heading
159°
south southeast

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MXP NLP
Airport Name Malpensa International Airport Nelspruit Airport
IATA Code MXP NLP
ICAO Code LIMC FANS
City Milan Nelspruit
Country Italy South Africa
Timezone Europe/Rome Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 768 ft 2,875 ft
Coordinates 45.630000, 8.730000 -25.500000, 30.910000

Milan (MXP) to Nelspruit (NLP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Malpensa International Airport (MXP) in Milan, Italy to Nelspruit Airport (NLP) in Nelspruit, South Africa is 8,221 kilometers (5,108 miles / 4,439 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 159°.

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 South Africa. 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 10:40 in Milan, it's 11:40 in Nelspruit.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,107 feet between the two airports. Nelspruit Airport sits higher than Malpensa International Airport.

The return flight from Nelspruit (NLP) to Milan (MXP) follows a heading of 344° (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 Nelspruit Airport (NLP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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