GLF
Golfito
Costa Rica
16,306 km
10,132 miles
MNL
Manila
Philippines
Distance
16,306 km
10,132 mi / 8,805 nm
Est. Flight Time
20h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+14h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
314°
northwest

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GLF MNL
Airport Name Golfito Airport Ninoy Aquino International Airport
IATA Code GLF MNL
ICAO Code MRGF RPLL
City Golfito Manila
Country Costa Rica Philippines
Timezone America/Costa_Rica Asia/Manila
Elevation 49 ft 75 ft
Coordinates 8.650000, -83.180000 14.510000, 121.020000

Golfito (GLF) to Manila (MNL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Golfito Airport (GLF) in Golfito, Costa Rica to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines is 16,306 kilometers (10,132 miles / 8,805 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying northwest at a heading of 314°.

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 Costa Rica with Philippines. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:55 in Golfito, it's 14:55 in Manila. With a 14-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 Golfito (GLF) follows a heading of 47° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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