MNL
Manila
Philippines
9,097 km
5,653 miles
SXU
Soddu
Ethiopia
Distance
9,097 km
5,653 mi / 4,912 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Manila
Heading
275°
west

Airport Comparison

MNL SXU
Airport Name Ninoy Aquino International Airport Soddu Airport
IATA Code MNL SXU
ICAO Code RPLL HASD
City Manila Soddu
Country Philippines Ethiopia
Timezone Asia/Manila Africa/Addis_Ababa
Elevation 75 ft 6,400 ft
Coordinates 14.510000, 121.020000 6.820000, 37.750000

Manila (MNL) to Soddu (SXU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines to Soddu Airport (SXU) in Soddu, Ethiopia is 9,097 kilometers (5,653 miles / 4,912 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west at a heading of 275°.

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 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 18:46 in Manila, it's 13:46 in Soddu. 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 6,325 feet between the two airports. Soddu 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 Soddu (SXU) 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 Soddu Airport (SXU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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