MAN
Manchester
United Kingdom
7,983 km
4,960 miles
ZZU
Mzuzu
Malawi
Distance
7,983 km
4,960 mi / 4,310 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
142°
southeast

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MAN ZZU
Airport Name Manchester Airport Mzuzu Airport
IATA Code MAN ZZU
ICAO Code EGCC FWUU
City Manchester Mzuzu
Country United Kingdom Malawi
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Blantyre
Elevation 257 ft 4,115 ft
Coordinates 53.350000, -2.270000 -11.440000, 34.010000

Manchester (MAN) to Mzuzu (ZZU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Manchester Airport (MAN) in Manchester, United Kingdom to Mzuzu Airport (ZZU) in Mzuzu, Malawi is 7,983 kilometers (4,960 miles / 4,310 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying southeast at a heading of 142°.

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 United Kingdom 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 19:30 in Manchester, it's 21:30 in Mzuzu.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,858 feet between the two airports. Mzuzu Airport sits higher than Manchester Airport.

The return flight from Mzuzu (ZZU) to Manchester (MAN) follows a heading of 338° (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 Manchester Airport (MAN) and Mzuzu Airport (ZZU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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