JAL
Xalapa
Mexico
8,574 km
5,328 miles
MAN
Manchester
United Kingdom
Distance
8,574 km
5,328 mi / 4,630 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/Mexico_City
Heading
38°
northeast

Airport Comparison

JAL MAN
Airport Name El Lencero Airport Manchester Airport
IATA Code JAL MAN
ICAO Code MMJA EGCC
City Xalapa Manchester
Country Mexico United Kingdom
Timezone America/Mexico_City Europe/London
Elevation 3,127 ft 257 ft
Coordinates 19.480000, -96.800000 53.350000, -2.270000

Xalapa (JAL) to Manchester (MAN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from El Lencero Airport (JAL) in Xalapa, Mexico to Manchester Airport (MAN) in Manchester, United Kingdom is 8,574 kilometers (5,328 miles / 4,630 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 38°.

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 Mexico with United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:54 in Xalapa, it's 14:54 in Manchester. 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 2,870 feet between the two airports. Manchester Airport sits lower than El Lencero Airport.

The return flight from Manchester (MAN) to Xalapa (JAL) follows a heading of 285° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the El Lencero Airport (JAL) and Manchester Airport (MAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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