The flight distance from Daniel K Inouye International Airport (HNL) in Honolulu, United States to Mbala Airport (MMQ) in Mbala, Zambia is 18,311 kilometers (11,378 miles / 9,887 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying northwest at a heading of 323°.

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 Zambia. 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 11:09 in Honolulu, it's 23:09 in Mbala. With a 12-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 5,441 feet between the two airports. Mbala Airport sits higher than Daniel K Inouye International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Mbala (MMQ) to Honolulu (HNL) follows a heading of 35° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Daniel K Inouye International Airport (HNL) and Mbala Airport (MMQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.