MNL
Manila
Philippines
12,683 km
7,881 miles
RST
Rochester
United States
Distance
12,683 km
7,881 mi / 6,848 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-14h
Asia/Manila
Heading
26°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

MNL RST
Airport Name Ninoy Aquino International Airport Rochester International Airport
IATA Code MNL RST
ICAO Code RPLL KRST
City Manila Rochester
Country Philippines United States
Timezone Asia/Manila America/Chicago
Elevation 75 ft 1,317 ft
Coordinates 14.510000, 121.020000 43.910000, -92.500000

Manila (MNL) to Rochester (RST) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines to Rochester International Airport (RST) in Rochester, United States is 12,683 kilometers (7,881 miles / 6,848 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northeast at a heading of 26°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:10 in Manila, it's 09:10 in Rochester. With a 14-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 1,242 feet between the two airports. Rochester International Airport sits higher than Ninoy Aquino International Airport.

The return flight from Rochester (RST) to Manila (MNL) 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 Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) and Rochester International Airport (RST) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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