MNL
Manila
Philippines
6,284 km
3,905 miles
SYA
Shemya
United States
Distance
6,284 km
3,905 mi / 3,393 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-18h
Asia/Manila
Heading
36°
northeast

Airport Comparison

MNL SYA
Airport Name Ninoy Aquino International Airport Eareckson Air Station
IATA Code MNL SYA
ICAO Code RPLL PASY
City Manila Shemya
Country Philippines United States
Timezone Asia/Manila America/Adak
Elevation 75 ft 98 ft
Coordinates 14.510000, 121.020000 52.700000, 174.100000

Manila (MNL) to Shemya (SYA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines to Eareckson Air Station (SYA) in Shemya, United States is 6,284 kilometers (3,905 miles / 3,393 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 36°.

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 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 05:38 in Manila, it's 11:38 in Shemya. With a 18-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 Shemya (SYA) to Manila (MNL) follows a heading of 248° (west southwest). 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 Eareckson Air Station (SYA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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