The flight distance from San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States to Mzuzu Airport (ZZU) in Mzuzu, Malawi is 16,243 kilometers (10,093 miles / 8,770 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying east northeast at a heading of 58°.

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 Malawi. 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 05:41 in San Diego, it's 15:41 in Mzuzu. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,098 feet between the two airports. Mzuzu Airport sits higher than San Diego International Airport.

The return flight from Mzuzu (ZZU) to San Diego (SAN) follows a heading of 313° (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 San Diego International Airport (SAN) and Mzuzu Airport (ZZU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.