GKA
Goronka
Papua New Guinea
3,530 km
2,194 miles
MNL
Manila
Philippines
Distance
3,530 km
2,194 mi / 1,906 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Pacific/Port_Moresby
Heading
311°
northwest

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GKA MNL
Airport Name Goroka Airport Ninoy Aquino International Airport
IATA Code GKA MNL
ICAO Code AYGA RPLL
City Goronka Manila
Country Papua New Guinea Philippines
Timezone Pacific/Port_Moresby Asia/Manila
Elevation 5,282 ft 75 ft
Coordinates -6.080000, 145.390000 14.510000, 121.020000

Goronka (GKA) to Manila (MNL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Goroka Airport (GKA) in Goronka, Papua New Guinea to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines is 3,530 kilometers (2,194 miles / 1,906 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 311°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 00:48 in Goronka, it's 22:48 in Manila.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,207 feet between the two airports. Ninoy Aquino International Airport sits lower than Goroka Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Manila (MNL) to Goronka (GKA) follows a heading of 129° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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