MNL
Manila
Philippines
13,088 km
8,132 miles
SJD
San Jose del Cabo
Mexico
Distance
13,088 km
8,132 mi / 7,067 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-15h
Asia/Manila
Heading
54°
northeast

Airport Comparison

MNL SJD
Airport Name Ninoy Aquino International Airport Los Cabos International Airport
IATA Code MNL SJD
ICAO Code RPLL MMSD
City Manila San Jose del Cabo
Country Philippines Mexico
Timezone Asia/Manila America/Mazatlan
Elevation 75 ft 374 ft
Coordinates 14.510000, 121.020000 23.150000, -109.720000

Manila (MNL) to San Jose del Cabo (SJD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines to Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) in San Jose del Cabo, Mexico is 13,088 kilometers (8,132 miles / 7,067 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 54°.

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 Mexico. 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 23:06 in Manila, it's 08:06 in San Jose del Cabo. With a 15-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from San Jose del Cabo (SJD) to Manila (MNL) follows a heading of 302° (west 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 Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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