The flight distance from Malpensa International Airport (MXP) in Milan, Italy to Tucson International Airport (TUS) in Tucson, United States is 9,453 kilometers (5,874 miles / 5,104 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 13:24 in Milan, it's 05:24 in Tucson. 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 1,875 feet between the two airports. Tucson International Airport sits higher than Malpensa International Airport.

The return flight from Tucson (TUS) to Milan (MXP) follows a heading of 38° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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