MMQ
Mbala
Zambia
6,466 km
4,018 miles
MXP
Milan
Italy
Distance
6,466 km
4,018 mi / 3,491 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Lusaka
Heading
342°
north northwest

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MMQ MXP
Airport Name Mbala Airport Malpensa International Airport
IATA Code MMQ MXP
ICAO Code FLBA LIMC
City Mbala Milan
Country Zambia Italy
Timezone Africa/Lusaka Europe/Rome
Elevation 5,454 ft 768 ft
Coordinates -8.860000, 31.340000 45.630000, 8.730000

Mbala (MMQ) to Milan (MXP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Mbala Airport (MMQ) in Mbala, Zambia to Malpensa International Airport (MXP) in Milan, Italy is 6,466 kilometers (4,018 miles / 3,491 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northwest at a heading of 342°.

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 Zambia with Italy. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:53 in Mbala, it's 17:53 in Milan.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,686 feet between the two airports. Malpensa International Airport sits lower than Mbala Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Milan (MXP) to Mbala (MMQ) follows a heading of 153° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Mbala Airport (MMQ) and Malpensa International Airport (MXP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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