PHX
Phoenix
United States
17,174 km
10,672 miles
WAQ
Antsalova
Madagascar
Distance
17,174 km
10,672 mi / 9,273 nm
Est. Flight Time
21h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+10h
America/Phoenix
Heading
61°
east northeast

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PHX WAQ
Airport Name Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport Antsalova Airport
IATA Code PHX WAQ
ICAO Code KPHX FMMG
City Phoenix Antsalova
Country United States Madagascar
Timezone America/Phoenix Indian/Antananarivo
Elevation 1,135 ft 551 ft
Coordinates 33.430000, -112.010000 -18.700000, 44.610000

Phoenix (PHX) to Antsalova (WAQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) in Phoenix, United States to Antsalova Airport (WAQ) in Antsalova, Madagascar is 17,174 kilometers (10,672 miles / 9,273 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying east northeast at a heading of 61°.

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 Madagascar. 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 05:17 in Phoenix, it's 15:17 in Antsalova. With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Antsalova (WAQ) to Phoenix (PHX) follows a heading of 310° (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 Antsalova Airport (WAQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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