GUA
Guatemala City
Guatemala
13,992 km
8,694 miles
MPM
Maputo
Mozambique
Distance
13,992 km
8,694 mi / 7,555 nm
Est. Flight Time
17h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Guatemala
Heading
112°
east southeast

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GUA MPM
Airport Name La Aurora Airport Maputo Airport
IATA Code GUA MPM
ICAO Code MGGT FQMA
City Guatemala City Maputo
Country Guatemala Mozambique
Timezone America/Guatemala Africa/Maputo
Elevation 4,952 ft 145 ft
Coordinates 14.580000, -90.530000 -25.920000, 32.570000

Guatemala City (GUA) to Maputo (MPM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from La Aurora Airport (GUA) in Guatemala City, Guatemala to Maputo Airport (MPM) in Maputo, Mozambique is 13,992 kilometers (8,694 miles / 7,555 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east southeast at a heading of 112°.

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 Guatemala with Mozambique. 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 05:42 in Guatemala City, it's 13:42 in Maputo. With a 8-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 4,807 feet between the two airports. Maputo Airport sits lower than La Aurora Airport.

The return flight from Maputo (MPM) to Guatemala City (GUA) follows a heading of 270° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the La Aurora Airport (GUA) and Maputo Airport (MPM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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