HEK
Heihe
China
4,006 km
2,489 miles
MNL
Manila
Philippines
Distance
4,006 km
2,489 mi / 2,163 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
190°
south

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HEK MNL
Airport Name Heihe Airport Ninoy Aquino International Airport
IATA Code HEK MNL
ICAO Code ZYHE RPLL
City Heihe Manila
Country China Philippines
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Asia/Manila
Elevation 8,530 ft 75 ft
Coordinates 50.170000, 127.310000 14.510000, 121.020000

Heihe (HEK) to Manila (MNL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Heihe Airport (HEK) in Heihe, China to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines is 4,006 kilometers (2,489 miles / 2,163 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south at a heading of 190°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting China with Philippines. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:37 in Heihe, it's 17:37 in Manila.

There is a significant elevation difference of 8,455 feet between the two airports. Ninoy Aquino International Airport sits lower than Heihe Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Manila (MNL) to Heihe (HEK) follows a heading of 7° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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