JRO
Arusha
Tanzania
9,453 km
5,874 miles
MNL
Manila
Philippines
Distance
9,453 km
5,874 mi / 5,104 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Heading
75°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

JRO MNL
Airport Name Kilimanjaro International Airport Ninoy Aquino International Airport
IATA Code JRO MNL
ICAO Code HTKJ RPLL
City Arusha Manila
Country Tanzania Philippines
Timezone Africa/Dar_es_Salaam Asia/Manila
Elevation 2,932 ft 75 ft
Coordinates -3.430000, 37.070000 14.510000, 121.020000

Arusha (JRO) to Manila (MNL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) in Arusha, Tanzania to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines is 9,453 kilometers (5,874 miles / 5,104 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 Tanzania 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 13:11 in Arusha, it's 18:11 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 2,857 feet between the two airports. Ninoy Aquino International Airport sits lower than Kilimanjaro International Airport.

The return flight from Manila (MNL) to Arusha (JRO) follows a heading of 265° (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 Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) and Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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