Airport Comparison
Maputo (MPM) to Tianfu (TFU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Maputo Airport (MPM) in Maputo, Mozambique to Chengdu/Tianfu Airport (TFU) in Tianfu, China is 9,873 kilometers (6,134 miles / 5,331 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 55°.
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 China. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:39 in Maputo, it's 10:39 in Tianfu. With a 6-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 1,308 feet between the two airports. Chengdu/Tianfu Airport sits higher than Maputo Airport.
The return flight from Tianfu (TFU) to Maputo (MPM) follows a heading of 239° (west southwest). 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 Chengdu/Tianfu Airport (TFU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.