CIP
Chipata
Zambia
10,218 km
6,349 miles
MNL
Manila
Philippines
Distance
10,218 km
6,349 mi / 5,517 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
Africa/Lusaka
Heading
76°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

CIP MNL
Airport Name Chipata Airport Ninoy Aquino International Airport
IATA Code CIP MNL
ICAO Code FLCP RPLL
City Chipata Manila
Country Zambia Philippines
Timezone Africa/Lusaka Asia/Manila
Elevation 3,360 ft 75 ft
Coordinates -13.560000, 32.590000 14.510000, 121.020000

Chipata (CIP) to Manila (MNL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chipata Airport (CIP) in Chipata, Zambia to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines is 10,218 kilometers (6,349 miles / 5,517 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east northeast at a heading of 76°.

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 Zambia 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 22:25 in Chipata, it's 04:25 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,285 feet between the two airports. Ninoy Aquino International Airport sits lower than Chipata Airport.

The return flight from Manila (MNL) to Chipata (CIP) follows a heading of 256° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Chipata Airport (CIP) and Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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