Airport Comparison
Salt Lake City (SLC) to Mzuzu (ZZU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States to Mzuzu Airport (ZZU) in Mzuzu, Malawi is 15,360 kilometers (9,544 miles / 8,294 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northeast at a heading of 55°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting United States with Malawi. 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 03:15 in Salt Lake City, it's 12:15 in Mzuzu. With a 9-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 Mzuzu (ZZU) to Salt Lake City (SLC) follows a heading of 321° (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 Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) and Mzuzu Airport (ZZU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.