MNL
Manila
Philippines
13,290 km
8,258 miles
SJZ
Velas
Portugal
Distance
13,290 km
8,258 mi / 7,176 nm
Est. Flight Time
17h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-9h
Asia/Manila
Heading
333°
north northwest

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MNL SJZ
Airport Name Ninoy Aquino International Airport Sao Jorge Airport
IATA Code MNL SJZ
ICAO Code RPLL LPSJ
City Manila Velas
Country Philippines Portugal
Timezone Asia/Manila Atlantic/Azores
Elevation 75 ft 311 ft
Coordinates 14.510000, 121.020000 38.670000, -28.180000

Manila (MNL) to Velas (SJZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines to Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ) in Velas, Portugal is 13,290 kilometers (8,258 miles / 7,176 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northwest at a heading of 333°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:37 in Manila, it's 05:37 in Velas. 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.

The return flight from Velas (SJZ) to Manila (MNL) follows a heading of 35° (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 Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) and Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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