MAN
Manchester
United Kingdom
8,823 km
5,482 miles
SYM
Simao
China
Distance
8,823 km
5,482 mi / 4,764 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
Europe/London
Heading
66°
east northeast

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MAN SYM
Airport Name Manchester Airport Simao Airport
IATA Code MAN SYM
ICAO Code EGCC ZPSM
City Manchester Simao
Country United Kingdom China
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 257 ft 0 ft
Coordinates 53.350000, -2.270000 22.790000, 100.960000

Manchester (MAN) to Simao (SYM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Manchester Airport (MAN) in Manchester, United Kingdom to Simao Airport (SYM) in Simao, China is 8,823 kilometers (5,482 miles / 4,764 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east northeast at a heading of 66°.

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 China. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:34 in Manchester, it's 21:34 in Simao. 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 Simao (SYM) to Manchester (MAN) follows a heading of 324° (northwest). 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 Simao Airport (SYM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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