Airport Comparison
| CYW | MNL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Captain Rogelio Castillo National Airport | Ninoy Aquino International Airport |
| IATA Code | CYW | MNL |
| ICAO Code | MMCY | RPLL |
| City | Celaya | Manila |
| Country | Mexico | Philippines |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | Asia/Manila |
| Elevation | 5,709 ft | 75 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.550000, -100.890000 | 14.510000, 121.020000 |
Celaya (CYW) to Manila (MNL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Captain Rogelio Castillo National Airport (CYW) in Celaya, Mexico to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines is 14,002 kilometers (8,700 miles / 7,560 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northwest at a heading of 307°.
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 Mexico 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 07:51 in Celaya, it's 21:51 in Manila. With a 14-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 5,634 feet between the two airports. Ninoy Aquino International Airport sits lower than Captain Rogelio Castillo National Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Manila (MNL) to Celaya (CYW) follows a heading of 51° (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 Captain Rogelio Castillo National Airport (CYW) and Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.