Airport Comparison
| MNL | PZB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ninoy Aquino International Airport | Pietermaritzburg Airport |
| IATA Code | MNL | PZB |
| ICAO Code | RPLL | FAPM |
| City | Manila | Pietermaritzburg |
| Country | Philippines | South Africa |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 75 ft | 2,423 ft |
| Coordinates | 14.510000, 121.020000 | -29.650000, 30.400000 |
Manila (MNL) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines to Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB) in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa is 10,858 kilometers (6,747 miles / 5,863 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west southwest at a heading of 241°.
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 Philippines with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 23:11 in Manila, it's 17:11 in Pietermaritzburg. 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.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,348 feet between the two airports. Pietermaritzburg Airport sits higher than Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
The return flight from Pietermaritzburg (PZB) to Manila (MNL) follows a heading of 78° (east 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 Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) and Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.