LUA
Lukla
Nepal
3,830 km
2,380 miles
MNL
Manila
Philippines
Distance
3,830 km
2,380 mi / 2,068 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2.25h
Asia/Kathmandu
Heading
105°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

LUA MNL
Airport Name Lukla Airport Ninoy Aquino International Airport
IATA Code LUA MNL
ICAO Code VNLK RPLL
City Lukla Manila
Country Nepal Philippines
Timezone Asia/Kathmandu Asia/Manila
Elevation 9,380 ft 75 ft
Coordinates 27.690000, 86.730000 14.510000, 121.020000

Lukla (LUA) to Manila (MNL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Lukla Airport (LUA) in Lukla, Nepal to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines is 3,830 kilometers (2,380 miles / 2,068 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east southeast at a heading of 105°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Nepal with Philippines. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:48 in Lukla, it's 02:03 in Manila.

There is a significant elevation difference of 9,305 feet between the two airports. Ninoy Aquino International Airport sits lower than Lukla Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Manila (MNL) to Lukla (LUA) follows a heading of 298° (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 Lukla Airport (LUA) and Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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