MNC
Nacala
Mozambique
9,401 km
5,841 miles
MNL
Manila
Philippines
Distance
9,401 km
5,841 mi / 5,076 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
Africa/Maputo
Heading
73°
east northeast

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MNC MNL
Airport Name Nacala Airport Ninoy Aquino International Airport
IATA Code MNC MNL
ICAO Code FQNC RPLL
City Nacala Manila
Country Mozambique Philippines
Timezone Africa/Maputo Asia/Manila
Elevation 410 ft 75 ft
Coordinates -14.490000, 40.710000 14.510000, 121.020000

Nacala (MNC) to Manila (MNL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Nacala Airport (MNC) in Nacala, Mozambique to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines is 9,401 kilometers (5,841 miles / 5,076 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east northeast at a heading of 73°.

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 Mozambique 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 23:08 in Nacala, it's 05:08 in Manila. With a 6-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 Manila (MNL) to Nacala (MNC) follows a heading of 253° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Nacala Airport (MNC) and Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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