AEL
Albert Lea
United States
12,662 km
7,868 miles
MNL
Manila
Philippines
Distance
12,662 km
7,868 mi / 6,837 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+14h
America/Chicago
Heading
323°
northwest

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AEL MNL
Airport Name Albert Lea Municipal Airport Ninoy Aquino International Airport
IATA Code AEL MNL
ICAO Code KAEL RPLL
City Albert Lea Manila
Country United States Philippines
Timezone America/Chicago Asia/Manila
Elevation 1,261 ft 75 ft
Coordinates 43.680000, -93.370000 14.510000, 121.020000

Albert Lea (AEL) to Manila (MNL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Albert Lea Municipal Airport (AEL) in Albert Lea, United States to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines is 12,662 kilometers (7,868 miles / 6,837 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northwest at a heading of 323°.

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 Philippines. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:11 in Albert Lea, it's 10:11 in Manila. With a 14-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 1,186 feet between the two airports. Ninoy Aquino International Airport sits lower than Albert Lea Municipal Airport.

The return flight from Manila (MNL) to Albert Lea (AEL) follows a heading of 27° (north 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 Albert Lea Municipal Airport (AEL) and Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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