MNL
Manila
Philippines
8,564 km
5,322 miles
SMS
Sainte Marie Airport
Madagascar
Distance
8,564 km
5,322 mi / 4,624 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Manila
Heading
248°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

MNL SMS
Airport Name Ninoy Aquino International Airport Sainte Marie Airport
IATA Code MNL SMS
ICAO Code RPLL FMMS
City Manila N/A
Country Philippines Madagascar
Timezone Asia/Manila Indian/Antananarivo
Elevation 75 ft 7 ft
Coordinates 14.510000, 121.020000 -17.090000, 49.820000

Manila (MNL) to Sainte Marie Airport (SMS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines to Sainte Marie Airport (SMS) in Sainte Marie Airport, Madagascar is 8,564 kilometers (5,322 miles / 4,624 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west southwest at a heading of 248°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 12:15 in Manila, it's 07:15 in Sainte Marie Airport. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Sainte Marie Airport (SMS) to Manila (MNL) follows a heading of 70° (east 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 Sainte Marie Airport (SMS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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