MAN
Manchester
United Kingdom
8,384 km
5,210 miles
SJC
San Jose
United States
Distance
8,384 km
5,210 mi / 4,527 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Europe/London
Heading
314°
northwest

Airport Comparison

MAN SJC
Airport Name Manchester Airport Norman Y Mineta San Jose International Airport
IATA Code MAN SJC
ICAO Code EGCC KSJC
City Manchester San Jose
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 257 ft 62 ft
Coordinates 53.350000, -2.270000 37.360000, -121.930000

Manchester (MAN) to San Jose (SJC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Manchester Airport (MAN) in Manchester, United Kingdom to Norman Y Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) in San Jose, United States is 8,384 kilometers (5,210 miles / 4,527 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 314°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:07 in Manchester, it's 13:07 in San Jose. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from San Jose (SJC) to Manchester (MAN) follows a heading of 32° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Manchester Airport (MAN) and Norman Y Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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