The flight distance from Luke Afb Airport (LUF) in Glendale, United States to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines is 12,236 kilometers (7,603 miles / 6,607 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northwest at a heading of 304°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with Philippines. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:12 in Glendale, it's 14:12 in Manila. With a 15-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 1,009 feet between the two airports. Ninoy Aquino International Airport sits lower than Luke Afb Airport.

The return flight from Manila (MNL) to Glendale (LUF) follows a heading of 45° (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 Luke Afb Airport (LUF) and Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.