CAI
Cairo
Egypt
9,168 km
5,697 miles
MNL
Manila
Philippines
Distance
9,168 km
5,697 mi / 4,950 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
78°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

CAI MNL
Airport Name Cairo International Airport Ninoy Aquino International Airport
IATA Code CAI MNL
ICAO Code HECA RPLL
City Cairo Manila
Country Egypt Philippines
Timezone Africa/Cairo Asia/Manila
Elevation 382 ft 75 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 14.510000, 121.020000

Cairo (CAI) to Manila (MNL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines is 9,168 kilometers (5,697 miles / 4,950 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east northeast at a heading of 78°.

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 Egypt 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 18:07 in Cairo, it's 00:07 in Manila. With a 6-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 Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 299° (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 Cairo International Airport (CAI) and Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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