HLA
Johannesburg
South Africa
11,009 km
6,841 miles
MNL
Manila
Philippines
Distance
11,009 km
6,841 mi / 5,944 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
78°
east northeast

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HLA MNL
Airport Name Lanseria Airport Ninoy Aquino International Airport
IATA Code HLA MNL
ICAO Code FALA RPLL
City Johannesburg Manila
Country South Africa Philippines
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Asia/Manila
Elevation 4,517 ft 75 ft
Coordinates -25.940000, 27.930000 14.510000, 121.020000

Johannesburg (HLA) to Manila (MNL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Lanseria Airport (HLA) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines is 11,009 kilometers (6,841 miles / 5,944 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east northeast at a heading of 78°.

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 02:58 in Johannesburg, it's 08:58 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 4,442 feet between the two airports. Ninoy Aquino International Airport sits lower than Lanseria Airport.

The return flight from Manila (MNL) to Johannesburg (HLA) follows a heading of 245° (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 Lanseria Airport (HLA) and Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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