MNL
Manila
Philippines
6,076 km
3,775 miles
SON
Luganville
Vanuatu
Distance
6,076 km
3,775 mi / 3,281 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Asia/Manila
Heading
121°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

MNL SON
Airport Name Ninoy Aquino International Airport Santo Pekoa International Airport
IATA Code MNL SON
ICAO Code RPLL NVSS
City Manila Luganville
Country Philippines Vanuatu
Timezone Asia/Manila Pacific/Efate
Elevation 75 ft 184 ft
Coordinates 14.510000, 121.020000 -15.510000, 167.220000

Manila (MNL) to Luganville (SON) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines to Santo Pekoa International Airport (SON) in Luganville, Vanuatu is 6,076 kilometers (3,775 miles / 3,281 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east southeast at a heading of 121°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 19:00 in Manila, it's 22:00 in Luganville. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Luganville (SON) to Manila (MNL) follows a heading of 301° (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 Santo Pekoa International Airport (SON) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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