MNL
Manila
Philippines
8,858 km
5,504 miles
SHC
Shire
Ethiopia
Distance
8,858 km
5,504 mi / 4,783 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Manila
Heading
282°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

MNL SHC
Airport Name Ninoy Aquino International Airport Shire Airport
IATA Code MNL SHC
ICAO Code RPLL HASR
City Manila Shire
Country Philippines Ethiopia
Timezone Asia/Manila Africa/Addis_Ababa
Elevation 75 ft 6,207 ft
Coordinates 14.510000, 121.020000 14.080000, 38.270000

Manila (MNL) to Shire (SHC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines to Shire Airport (SHC) in Shire, Ethiopia is 8,858 kilometers (5,504 miles / 4,783 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west northwest at a heading of 282°.

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 Ethiopia. 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 06:29 in Manila, it's 01:29 in Shire. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,132 feet between the two airports. Shire Airport sits higher than Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Shire (SHC) to Manila (MNL) follows a heading of 77° (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 Shire Airport (SHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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