BJL
Banjul
Gambia
14,420 km
8,960 miles
MNL
Manila
Philippines
Distance
14,420 km
8,960 mi / 7,786 nm
Est. Flight Time
18h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
Africa/Banjul
Heading
58°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

BJL MNL
Airport Name Banjul International Airport Ninoy Aquino International Airport
IATA Code BJL MNL
ICAO Code GBYD RPLL
City Banjul Manila
Country Gambia Philippines
Timezone Africa/Banjul Asia/Manila
Elevation 95 ft 75 ft
Coordinates 13.340000, -16.650000 14.510000, 121.020000

Banjul (BJL) to Manila (MNL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Banjul International Airport (BJL) in Banjul, Gambia to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines is 14,420 kilometers (8,960 miles / 7,786 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, 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 Gambia with Philippines. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:32 in Banjul, it's 15:32 in Manila. With a 8-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 Manila (MNL) to Banjul (BJL) 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 Banjul International Airport (BJL) and Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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