KAN
Kano
Nigeria
4,691 km
2,915 miles
MAN
Manchester
United Kingdom
Distance
4,691 km
2,915 mi / 2,533 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Lagos
Heading
350°
north

Airport Comparison

KAN MAN
Airport Name Mallam Aminu International Airport Manchester Airport
IATA Code KAN MAN
ICAO Code DNKN EGCC
City Kano Manchester
Country Nigeria United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Lagos Europe/London
Elevation 1,562 ft 257 ft
Coordinates 12.050000, 8.520000 53.350000, -2.270000

Kano (KAN) to Manchester (MAN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Mallam Aminu International Airport (KAN) in Kano, Nigeria to Manchester Airport (MAN) in Manchester, United Kingdom is 4,691 kilometers (2,915 miles / 2,533 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north at a heading of 350°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 13:43 in Kano, it's 12:43 in Manchester.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,305 feet between the two airports. Manchester Airport sits lower than Mallam Aminu International Airport.

The return flight from Manchester (MAN) to Kano (KAN) follows a heading of 164° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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