MNL
Manila
Philippines
15,114 km
9,391 miles
UPB
Havana
Cuba
Distance
15,114 km
9,391 mi / 8,161 nm
Est. Flight Time
19h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-13h
Asia/Manila
Heading
32°
north northeast

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MNL UPB
Airport Name Ninoy Aquino International Airport Playa Baracoa Airport
IATA Code MNL UPB
ICAO Code RPLL MUPB
City Manila Havana
Country Philippines Cuba
Timezone Asia/Manila America/Havana
Elevation 75 ft 102 ft
Coordinates 14.510000, 121.020000 23.030000, -82.580000

Manila (MNL) to Havana (UPB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines to Playa Baracoa Airport (UPB) in Havana, Cuba is 15,114 kilometers (9,391 miles / 8,161 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northeast at a heading of 32°.

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 Cuba. 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 02:44 in Manila, it's 13:44 in Havana. With a 13-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 Havana (UPB) to Manila (MNL) follows a heading of 326° (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 Playa Baracoa Airport (UPB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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