MAN
Manchester
United Kingdom
8,422 km
5,233 miles
YJS
Samjiyon
KP
Distance
8,422 km
5,233 mi / 4,547 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+9h
Europe/London
Heading
36°
northeast

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MAN YJS
Airport Name Manchester Airport Samjiyon Airport
IATA Code MAN YJS
ICAO Code EGCC ZKSE
City Manchester Samjiyon
Country United Kingdom KP
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Pyongyang
Elevation 257 ft 4,547 ft
Coordinates 53.350000, -2.270000 41.910000, 128.410000

Manchester (MAN) to Samjiyon (YJS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Manchester Airport (MAN) in Manchester, United Kingdom to Samjiyon Airport (YJS) in Samjiyon, KP is 8,422 kilometers (5,233 miles / 4,547 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 36°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:17 in Manchester, it's 17:17 in Samjiyon. With a 9-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 4,290 feet between the two airports. Samjiyon Airport sits higher than Manchester Airport.

The return flight from Samjiyon (YJS) to Manchester (MAN) follows a heading of 332° (north 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 Manchester Airport (MAN) and Samjiyon Airport (YJS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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