The flight distance from Ben Schoeman Airport (ELS) in East London, South Africa to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines is 11,172 kilometers (6,942 miles / 6,032 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east at a heading of 79°.

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 South Africa 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 00:49 in East London, it's 06:49 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 East London (ELS) follows a heading of 238° (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 Ben Schoeman Airport (ELS) and Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.