MNL
Manila
Philippines
5,626 km
3,496 miles
OAI
Bagram
Afghanistan
Distance
5,626 km
3,496 mi / 3,038 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3.5h
Asia/Manila
Heading
304°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

MNL OAI
Airport Name Ninoy Aquino International Airport Bagram Air Base
IATA Code MNL OAI
ICAO Code RPLL OAIX
City Manila Bagram
Country Philippines Afghanistan
Timezone Asia/Manila Asia/Kabul
Elevation 75 ft 4,895 ft
Coordinates 14.510000, 121.020000 34.950000, 69.270000

Manila (MNL) to Bagram (OAI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines to Bagram Air Base (OAI) in Bagram, Afghanistan is 5,626 kilometers (3,496 miles / 3,038 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west northwest at a heading of 304°.

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 Philippines with Afghanistan. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:10 in Manila, it's 22:40 in Bagram. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,820 feet between the two airports. Bagram Air Base sits higher than Ninoy Aquino International Airport.

The return flight from Bagram (OAI) to Manila (MNL) follows a heading of 100° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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