The flight distance from Maputo Airport (MPM) in Maputo, Mozambique to Jose Maria Velasco Ibarra Airport (MRR) in Macara, Ecuador is 12,015 kilometers (7,466 miles / 6,488 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west southwest at a heading of 256°.

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 Mozambique with Ecuador. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:40 in Maputo, it's 09:40 in Macara. With a 7-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 1,363 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Velasco Ibarra Airport sits higher than Maputo Airport.

The return flight from Macara (MRR) to Maputo (MPM) follows a heading of 119° (east 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 Maputo Airport (MPM) and Jose Maria Velasco Ibarra Airport (MRR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.