JOS
Jos
Nigeria
4,962 km
3,083 miles
MAN
Manchester
United Kingdom
Distance
4,962 km
3,083 mi / 2,679 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Lagos
Heading
351°
north

Airport Comparison

JOS MAN
Airport Name Yakubu Gowon Airport Manchester Airport
IATA Code JOS MAN
ICAO Code DNJO EGCC
City Jos Manchester
Country Nigeria United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Lagos Europe/London
Elevation 4,232 ft 257 ft
Coordinates 9.640000, 8.870000 53.350000, -2.270000

Jos (JOS) to Manchester (MAN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Yakubu Gowon Airport (JOS) in Jos, Nigeria to Manchester Airport (MAN) in Manchester, United Kingdom is 4,962 kilometers (3,083 miles / 2,679 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north at a heading of 351°.

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 Nigeria with United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:40 in Jos, it's 18:40 in Manchester.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,975 feet between the two airports. Manchester Airport sits lower than Yakubu Gowon Airport.

The return flight from Manchester (MAN) to Jos (JOS) follows a heading of 164° (south 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 Yakubu Gowon Airport (JOS) and Manchester Airport (MAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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