MNL
Manila
Philippines
3,249 km
2,019 miles
XCH
Christmas Island
CX
Distance
3,249 km
2,019 mi / 1,755 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Manila
Heading
212°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

MNL XCH
Airport Name Ninoy Aquino International Airport Christmas Island Airport
IATA Code MNL XCH
ICAO Code RPLL YPXM
City Manila Christmas Island
Country Philippines CX
Timezone Asia/Manila Indian/Christmas
Elevation 75 ft 916 ft
Coordinates 14.510000, 121.020000 -10.450000, 105.690000

Manila (MNL) to Christmas Island (XCH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines to Christmas Island Airport (XCH) in Christmas Island, CX is 3,249 kilometers (2,019 miles / 1,755 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southwest at a heading of 212°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Philippines with CX. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:37 in Manila, it's 11:37 in Christmas Island.

The return flight from Christmas Island (XCH) to Manila (MNL) follows a heading of 32° (north 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 Christmas Island Airport (XCH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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