The flight distance from Mafia Island Airport (MFA) in Mafia Island, Tanzania to San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States is 16,369 kilometers (10,171 miles / 8,839 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying northwest at a heading of 322°.

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 16:37 in Mafia Island, it's 05:37 in San Diego. With a 11-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 San Diego (SAN) to Mafia Island (MFA) follows a heading of 46° (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 San Diego International Airport (SAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.