MNL
Manila
Philippines
14,013 km
8,707 miles
SEM
Selma
United States
Distance
14,013 km
8,707 mi / 7,566 nm
Est. Flight Time
17h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-14h
Asia/Manila
Heading
29°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

MNL SEM
Airport Name Ninoy Aquino International Airport Craig Field
IATA Code MNL SEM
ICAO Code RPLL KSEM
City Manila Selma
Country Philippines United States
Timezone Asia/Manila America/Chicago
Elevation 75 ft 166 ft
Coordinates 14.510000, 121.020000 32.340000, -86.990000

Manila (MNL) to Selma (SEM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines to Craig Field (SEM) in Selma, United States is 14,013 kilometers (8,707 miles / 7,566 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northeast at a heading of 29°.

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 22:48 in Manila, it's 08:48 in Selma. With a 14-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Selma (SEM) to Manila (MNL) follows a heading of 326° (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 Craig Field (SEM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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