MAD
Madrid
Spain
6,948 km
4,317 miles
ZZU
Mzuzu
Malawi
Distance
6,948 km
4,317 mi / 3,752 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
138°
southeast

Airport Comparison

MAD ZZU
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport Mzuzu Airport
IATA Code MAD ZZU
ICAO Code LEMD FWUU
City Madrid Mzuzu
Country Spain Malawi
Timezone Europe/Madrid Africa/Blantyre
Elevation 2,001 ft 4,115 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 -11.440000, 34.010000

Madrid (MAD) to Mzuzu (ZZU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Mzuzu Airport (ZZU) in Mzuzu, Malawi is 6,948 kilometers (4,317 miles / 3,752 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southeast at a heading of 138°.

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 Spain with Malawi. 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 16:07 in Madrid, it's 17:07 in Mzuzu.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,114 feet between the two airports. Mzuzu Airport sits higher than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Mzuzu (ZZU) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 328° (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 Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) and Mzuzu Airport (ZZU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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