LIS
Lisbon
Portugal
8,036 km
4,994 miles
MBD
Mafeking
South Africa
Distance
8,036 km
4,994 mi / 4,339 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/Lisbon
Heading
147°
south southeast

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LIS MBD
Airport Name Lisbon Portela Airport Mmabatho International Airport
IATA Code LIS MBD
ICAO Code LPPT FAMM
City Lisbon Mafeking
Country Portugal South Africa
Timezone Europe/Lisbon Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 374 ft 4,181 ft
Coordinates 38.780000, -9.140000 -25.800000, 25.550000

Lisbon (LIS) to Mafeking (MBD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) in Lisbon, Portugal to Mmabatho International Airport (MBD) in Mafeking, South Africa is 8,036 kilometers (4,994 miles / 4,339 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying south southeast at a heading of 147°.

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 Portugal 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 11:48 in Lisbon, it's 13:48 in Mafeking.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,807 feet between the two airports. Mmabatho International Airport sits higher than Lisbon Portela Airport.

The return flight from Mafeking (MBD) to Lisbon (LIS) follows a heading of 332° (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 Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) and Mmabatho International Airport (MBD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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