CEM
Central
United States
8,733 km
5,426 miles
MNL
Manila
Philippines
Distance
8,733 km
5,426 mi / 4,715 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+17h
America/Anchorage
Heading
280°
west

Airport Comparison

CEM MNL
Airport Name Central Airport Ninoy Aquino International Airport
IATA Code CEM MNL
ICAO Code PACE RPLL
City Central Manila
Country United States Philippines
Timezone America/Anchorage Asia/Manila
Elevation 937 ft 75 ft
Coordinates 65.570000, -144.780000 14.510000, 121.020000

Central (CEM) to Manila (MNL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Central Airport (CEM) in Central, United States to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines is 8,733 kilometers (5,426 miles / 4,715 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west at a heading of 280°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 12:08 in Central, it's 05:08 in Manila. With a 17-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 Central (CEM) follows a heading of 25° (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 Central Airport (CEM) and Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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