MSP
Minneapolis
United States
14,038 km
8,723 miles
VXC
Lichinga
Mozambique
Distance
14,038 km
8,723 mi / 7,580 nm
Est. Flight Time
18h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Chicago
Heading
71°
east northeast

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MSP VXC
Airport Name Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport Lichinga Airport
IATA Code MSP VXC
ICAO Code KMSP FQLC
City Minneapolis Lichinga
Country United States Mozambique
Timezone America/Chicago Africa/Maputo
Elevation 842 ft 4,505 ft
Coordinates 44.880000, -93.220000 -13.270000, 35.270000

Minneapolis (MSP) to Lichinga (VXC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) in Minneapolis, United States to Lichinga Airport (VXC) in Lichinga, Mozambique is 14,038 kilometers (8,723 miles / 7,580 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east northeast at a heading of 71°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:22 in Minneapolis, it's 00:22 in Lichinga. With a 8-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 3,663 feet between the two airports. Lichinga Airport sits higher than Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport.

The return flight from Lichinga (VXC) to Minneapolis (MSP) follows a heading of 317° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) and Lichinga Airport (VXC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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