JIN
Jinja
Uganda
9,760 km
6,065 miles
MNL
Manila
Philippines
Distance
9,760 km
6,065 mi / 5,270 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Africa/Kampala
Heading
75°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

JIN MNL
Airport Name Jinja Airport Ninoy Aquino International Airport
IATA Code JIN MNL
ICAO Code HUJI RPLL
City Jinja Manila
Country Uganda Philippines
Timezone Africa/Kampala Asia/Manila
Elevation 3,855 ft 75 ft
Coordinates 0.450000, 33.200000 14.510000, 121.020000

Jinja (JIN) to Manila (MNL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jinja Airport (JIN) in Jinja, Uganda to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines is 9,760 kilometers (6,065 miles / 5,270 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east northeast at a heading of 75°.

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 Uganda 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 10:10 in Jinja, it's 15:10 in Manila. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,780 feet between the two airports. Ninoy Aquino International Airport sits lower than Jinja Airport.

The return flight from Manila (MNL) to Jinja (JIN) follows a heading of 270° (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 Jinja Airport (JIN) and Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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