KCU
Masindi
Uganda
9,881 km
6,140 miles
MNL
Manila
Philippines
Distance
9,881 km
6,140 mi / 5,335 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Africa/Kampala
Heading
76°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

KCU MNL
Airport Name Masindi Airport Ninoy Aquino International Airport
IATA Code KCU MNL
ICAO Code HUMI RPLL
City Masindi Manila
Country Uganda Philippines
Timezone Africa/Kampala Asia/Manila
Elevation 3,850 ft 75 ft
Coordinates 1.760000, 31.740000 14.510000, 121.020000

Masindi (KCU) to Manila (MNL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Masindi Airport (KCU) in Masindi, Uganda to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines is 9,881 kilometers (6,140 miles / 5,335 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east northeast at a heading of 76°.

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 21:16 in Masindi, it's 02:16 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 3,775 feet between the two airports. Ninoy Aquino International Airport sits lower than Masindi Airport.

The return flight from Manila (MNL) to Masindi (KCU) follows a heading of 272° (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 Masindi Airport (KCU) and Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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