MNL
Manila
Philippines
11,988 km
7,449 miles
VEL
Vernal
United States
Distance
11,988 km
7,449 mi / 6,473 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-15h
Asia/Manila
Heading
38°
northeast

Airport Comparison

MNL VEL
Airport Name Ninoy Aquino International Airport Vernal Regional Airport
IATA Code MNL VEL
ICAO Code RPLL KVEL
City Manila Vernal
Country Philippines United States
Timezone Asia/Manila America/Denver
Elevation 75 ft 5,274 ft
Coordinates 14.510000, 121.020000 40.440000, -109.510000

Manila (MNL) to Vernal (VEL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines to Vernal Regional Airport (VEL) in Vernal, United States is 11,988 kilometers (7,449 miles / 6,473 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 38°.

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 20:56 in Manila, it's 05:56 in Vernal. With a 15-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,199 feet between the two airports. Vernal Regional Airport sits higher than Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Vernal (VEL) to Manila (MNL) follows a heading of 308° (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 Vernal Regional Airport (VEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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