The flight distance from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) in Phoenix, United States to Mutare Airport (UTA) in Mutare Airport, Zimbabwe is 16,165 kilometers (10,044 miles / 8,728 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying east northeast at a heading of 74°.

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 Zimbabwe. 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 08:38 in Phoenix, it's 17:38 in Mutare Airport. With a 9-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 2,275 feet between the two airports. Mutare Airport sits higher than Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.

The return flight from Mutare Airport (UTA) to Phoenix (PHX) follows a heading of 302° (west 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and Mutare Airport (UTA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.