MXP
Milan
Italy
8,285 km
5,148 miles
ZEC
Secunda
South Africa
Distance
8,285 km
5,148 mi / 4,473 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Rome
Heading
161°
south southeast

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MXP ZEC
Airport Name Malpensa International Airport Secunda Airport
IATA Code MXP ZEC
ICAO Code LIMC FASC
City Milan Secunda
Country Italy South Africa
Timezone Europe/Rome Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 768 ft 5,250 ft
Coordinates 45.630000, 8.730000 -26.520000, 29.170000

Milan (MXP) to Secunda (ZEC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Malpensa International Airport (MXP) in Milan, Italy to Secunda Airport (ZEC) in Secunda, South Africa is 8,285 kilometers (5,148 miles / 4,473 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 161°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Italy with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:22 in Milan, it's 17:22 in Secunda.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,482 feet between the two airports. Secunda Airport sits higher than Malpensa International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Secunda (ZEC) to Milan (MXP) follows a heading of 345° (north 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 Malpensa International Airport (MXP) and Secunda Airport (ZEC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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