Airport Comparison
| MNL | PMD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ninoy Aquino International Airport | Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport |
| IATA Code | MNL | PMD |
| ICAO Code | RPLL | KPMD |
| City | Manila | Palmdale |
| Country | Philippines | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 75 ft | 2,543 ft |
| Coordinates | 14.510000, 121.020000 | 34.630000, -118.080000 |
Manila (MNL) to Palmdale (PMD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines to Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport (PMD) in Palmdale, United States is 11,728 kilometers (7,287 miles / 6,332 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 47°.
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 Philippines with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:32 in Manila, it's 21:32 in Palmdale. With a 16-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 2,468 feet between the two airports. Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport sits higher than Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
The return flight from Palmdale (PMD) to Manila (MNL) follows a heading of 300° (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 Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) and Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport (PMD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.