LUA
Lukla
Nepal
7,510 km
4,667 miles
MAN
Manchester
United Kingdom
Distance
7,510 km
4,667 mi / 4,055 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5.75h
Asia/Kathmandu
Heading
320°
northwest

Airport Comparison

LUA MAN
Airport Name Lukla Airport Manchester Airport
IATA Code LUA MAN
ICAO Code VNLK EGCC
City Lukla Manchester
Country Nepal United Kingdom
Timezone Asia/Kathmandu Europe/London
Elevation 9,380 ft 257 ft
Coordinates 27.690000, 86.730000 53.350000, -2.270000

Lukla (LUA) to Manchester (MAN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Lukla Airport (LUA) in Lukla, Nepal to Manchester Airport (MAN) in Manchester, United Kingdom is 7,510 kilometers (4,667 miles / 4,055 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 01:18 in Lukla, it's 19:33 in Manchester. The 5.75-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 9,123 feet between the two airports. Manchester Airport sits lower than Lukla Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Manchester (MAN) to Lukla (LUA) follows a heading of 73° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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