MNL
Manila
Philippines
3,129 km
1,944 miles
YJS
Samjiyon
KP
Distance
3,129 km
1,944 mi / 1,689 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Asia/Manila
Heading
12°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

MNL YJS
Airport Name Ninoy Aquino International Airport Samjiyon Airport
IATA Code MNL YJS
ICAO Code RPLL ZKSE
City Manila Samjiyon
Country Philippines KP
Timezone Asia/Manila Asia/Pyongyang
Elevation 75 ft 4,547 ft
Coordinates 14.510000, 121.020000 41.910000, 128.410000

Manila (MNL) to Samjiyon (YJS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines to Samjiyon Airport (YJS) in Samjiyon, KP is 3,129 kilometers (1,944 miles / 1,689 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northeast at a heading of 12°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Philippines with KP. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:25 in Manila, it's 10:25 in Samjiyon.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,472 feet between the two airports. Samjiyon Airport sits higher than Ninoy Aquino International Airport.

The return flight from Samjiyon (YJS) to Manila (MNL) follows a heading of 195° (south 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 Samjiyon Airport (YJS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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