CBQ
Calabar
Nigeria
12,285 km
7,634 miles
MNL
Manila
Philippines
Distance
12,285 km
7,634 mi / 6,634 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
Africa/Lagos
Heading
72°
east northeast

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CBQ MNL
Airport Name Margaret Ekpo International Airport Ninoy Aquino International Airport
IATA Code CBQ MNL
ICAO Code DNCA RPLL
City Calabar Manila
Country Nigeria Philippines
Timezone Africa/Lagos Asia/Manila
Elevation 210 ft 75 ft
Coordinates 4.980000, 8.350000 14.510000, 121.020000

Calabar (CBQ) to Manila (MNL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Margaret Ekpo International Airport (CBQ) in Calabar, Nigeria to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines is 12,285 kilometers (7,634 miles / 6,634 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east northeast at a heading of 72°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:38 in Calabar, it's 06:38 in Manila. With a 7-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 Manila (MNL) to Calabar (CBQ) follows a heading of 281° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Margaret Ekpo International Airport (CBQ) and Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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