Airport Comparison
| MFA | PHX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mafia Island Airport | Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport |
| IATA Code | MFA | PHX |
| ICAO Code | HTMA | KPHX |
| City | Mafia Island | Phoenix |
| Country | Tanzania | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | America/Phoenix |
| Elevation | 60 ft | 1,135 ft |
| Coordinates | -7.920000, 39.670000 | 33.430000, -112.010000 |
Mafia Island (MFA) to Phoenix (PHX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mafia Island Airport (MFA) in Mafia Island, Tanzania to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) in Phoenix, United States is 15,953 kilometers (9,913 miles / 8,614 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying northwest at a heading of 318°.
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 Tanzania with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 15:27 in Mafia Island, it's 05:27 in Phoenix. With a 10-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 1,075 feet between the two airports. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport sits higher than Mafia Island Airport.
The return flight from Phoenix (PHX) to Mafia Island (MFA) follows a heading of 52° (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 Mafia Island Airport (MFA) and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.