MNL
Manila
Philippines
4,568 km
2,838 miles
RML
Colombo
Sri Lanka
Distance
4,568 km
2,838 mi / 2,466 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2.5h
Asia/Manila
Heading
264°
west

Airport Comparison

MNL RML
Airport Name Ninoy Aquino International Airport Colombo Int Arpt Ratmalana Airport
IATA Code MNL RML
ICAO Code RPLL VCCC
City Manila Colombo
Country Philippines Sri Lanka
Timezone Asia/Manila Asia/Colombo
Elevation 75 ft 22 ft
Coordinates 14.510000, 121.020000 6.820000, 79.890000

Manila (MNL) to Colombo (RML) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines to Colombo Int Arpt Ratmalana Airport (RML) in Colombo, Sri Lanka is 4,568 kilometers (2,838 miles / 2,466 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west at a heading of 264°.

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 Sri Lanka. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:44 in Manila, it's 19:14 in Colombo.

The return flight from Colombo (RML) to Manila (MNL) follows a heading of 76° (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 Colombo Int Arpt Ratmalana Airport (RML) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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