Airport Comparison
| HGU | MNL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mount Hagen Kagamuga Airport | Ninoy Aquino International Airport |
| IATA Code | HGU | MNL |
| ICAO Code | AYMH | RPLL |
| City | Mount Hagen | Manila |
| Country | Papua New Guinea | Philippines |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby | Asia/Manila |
| Elevation | 5,388 ft | 75 ft |
| Coordinates | -5.830000, 144.300000 | 14.510000, 121.020000 |
Mount Hagen (HGU) to Manila (MNL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mount Hagen Kagamuga Airport (HGU) in Mount Hagen, Papua New Guinea to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines is 3,421 kilometers (2,126 miles / 1,847 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.
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 20:47 in Mount Hagen, it's 18:47 in Manila.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,313 feet between the two airports. Ninoy Aquino International Airport sits lower than Mount Hagen Kagamuga Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Manila (MNL) to Mount Hagen (HGU) follows a heading of 130° (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 Mount Hagen Kagamuga Airport (HGU) and Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.