MNL
Manila
Philippines
12,608 km
7,834 miles
TMS
Sao Tome
São Tomé and Príncipe
Distance
12,608 km
7,834 mi / 6,808 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Asia/Manila
Heading
277°
west

Airport Comparison

MNL TMS
Airport Name Ninoy Aquino International Airport Sao Tome International Airport
IATA Code MNL TMS
ICAO Code RPLL FPST
City Manila Sao Tome
Country Philippines São Tomé and Príncipe
Timezone Asia/Manila Africa/Sao_Tome
Elevation 75 ft 33 ft
Coordinates 14.510000, 121.020000 0.380000, 6.710000

Manila (MNL) to Sao Tome (TMS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines to Sao Tome International Airport (TMS) in Sao Tome, São Tomé and Príncipe is 12,608 kilometers (7,834 miles / 6,808 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west at a heading of 277°.

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 São Tomé and Príncipe. 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 06:20 in Manila, it's 22:20 in Sao Tome. With a 8-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 Sao Tome (TMS) to Manila (MNL) follows a heading of 74° (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 Sao Tome International Airport (TMS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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