The flight distance from Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (MVD) in Montevideo, Uruguay to Mzuzu Airport (ZZU) in Mzuzu, Malawi is 9,288 kilometers (5,771 miles / 5,015 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east at a heading of 99°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 10:57 in Montevideo, it's 15:57 in Mzuzu. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,010 feet between the two airports. Mzuzu Airport sits higher than Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport.

The return flight from Mzuzu (ZZU) to Montevideo (MVD) follows a heading of 236° (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 Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (MVD) and Mzuzu Airport (ZZU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.