MNL
Manila
Philippines
8,029 km
4,989 miles
RAH
Rafha
Saudi Arabia
Distance
8,029 km
4,989 mi / 4,335 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Manila
Heading
297°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

MNL RAH
Airport Name Ninoy Aquino International Airport Rafha Domestic Airport
IATA Code MNL RAH
ICAO Code RPLL OERF
City Manila Rafha
Country Philippines Saudi Arabia
Timezone Asia/Manila Asia/Riyadh
Elevation 75 ft 1,474 ft
Coordinates 14.510000, 121.020000 29.630000, 43.490000

Manila (MNL) to Rafha (RAH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines to Rafha Domestic Airport (RAH) in Rafha, Saudi Arabia is 8,029 kilometers (4,989 miles / 4,335 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west northwest at a heading of 297°.

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 Philippines with Saudi Arabia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:51 in Manila, it's 09:51 in Rafha. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,399 feet between the two airports. Rafha Domestic Airport sits higher than Ninoy Aquino International Airport.

The return flight from Rafha (RAH) to Manila (MNL) follows a heading of 83° (east). 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 Rafha Domestic Airport (RAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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