The flight distance from West Houston Airport (IWS) in Houston, United States to Maputo Airport (MPM) in Maputo, Mozambique is 14,951 kilometers (9,290 miles / 8,073 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east at a heading of 98°.

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 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 15:00 in Houston, it's 23:00 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.

The return flight from Maputo (MPM) to Houston (IWS) follows a heading of 287° (west 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 West Houston Airport (IWS) and Maputo Airport (MPM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.