JAF
Jaffna
Sri Lanka
4,476 km
2,782 miles
MNL
Manila
Philippines
Distance
4,476 km
2,782 mi / 2,417 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2.5h
Asia/Colombo
Heading
79°
east

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JAF MNL
Airport Name Jaffna International Airport Ninoy Aquino International Airport
IATA Code JAF MNL
ICAO Code VCCJ RPLL
City Jaffna Manila
Country Sri Lanka Philippines
Timezone Asia/Colombo Asia/Manila
Elevation 33 ft 75 ft
Coordinates 9.790000, 80.070000 14.510000, 121.020000

Jaffna (JAF) to Manila (MNL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jaffna International Airport (JAF) in Jaffna, Sri Lanka to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines is 4,476 kilometers (2,782 miles / 2,417 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east at a heading of 79°.

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 Sri Lanka with Philippines. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:21 in Jaffna, it's 05:51 in Manila.

The return flight from Manila (MNL) to Jaffna (JAF) follows a heading of 268° (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 Jaffna International Airport (JAF) and Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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