DLA
Douala
Cameroon
12,172 km
7,564 miles
MNL
Manila
Philippines
Distance
12,172 km
7,564 mi / 6,573 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
Africa/Douala
Heading
73°
east northeast

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DLA MNL
Airport Name Douala International Airport Ninoy Aquino International Airport
IATA Code DLA MNL
ICAO Code FKKD RPLL
City Douala Manila
Country Cameroon Philippines
Timezone Africa/Douala Asia/Manila
Elevation 33 ft 75 ft
Coordinates 4.010000, 9.720000 14.510000, 121.020000

Douala (DLA) to Manila (MNL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Douala International Airport (DLA) in Douala, Cameroon to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines is 12,172 kilometers (7,564 miles / 6,573 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east northeast at a heading of 73°.

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 Cameroon 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 06:38 in Douala, it's 13:38 in Manila. With a 7-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 Douala (DLA) follows a heading of 280° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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