Manila (Pasay) to New York
17h 26m The flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) covers 13,696 km (8,510 miles) and takes approximately 17h 26m gate to gate for a typical jet.
The route heads north on an initial great-circle bearing of 13°, passing near 71.4° N, 160.6° E at its midpoint.
The route
The great-circle path — the shortest line between the two airports across the curve of the earth. On a flat map it looks bent; on a globe it is straight.
Flight time at different cruise speeds
Aircraft type, winds and routing all move the real number. This is the same distance flown at different speeds, plus the 25-minute ground and climb allowance.
| Typical of | Cruise speed | Airborne | Gate to gate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop / regional | 550 km/h | 24h 54m | 25h 19m |
| Narrowbody jet (A320, 737) | 780 km/h | 17h 34m | 17h 59m |
| Widebody jet (777, 787, A350) | 900 km/h | 15h 13m | 15h 38m |
| Private jet (Gulfstream) | 850 km/h | 16h 07m | 16h 32m |
Headwinds on an eastbound long-haul routinely add 30–60 minutes; the same route westbound can be quicker. Airlines publish schedules with padding built in.
Both airports
| MNL | JFK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport | Ninoy Aquino International Airport | John F. Kennedy International Airport |
| City | Manila (Pasay) | New York |
| Country | Philippines | United States |
| ICAO | RPLL | KJFK |
| Coordinates | 14.5086, 121.02 | 40.6394, -73.7793 |
| Elevation | 75 ft | 13 ft |
Questions
How long is the flight from Manila (Pasay) to New York?
A non-stop flight from Manila (Pasay) (MNL) to New York (JFK) takes about 17h 26m. The great-circle distance is 13,696 km (8,510 miles, 7,395 nautical miles), flying north on an initial bearing of 13°.
How far is Manila (Pasay) from New York?
13,696 kilometres in a straight line over the earth's surface — 8,510 miles or 7,395 nautical miles. Actual flown distance is usually 2–5% longer because aircraft follow airways, avoid weather and route around restricted airspace.
Is there a non-stop flight between MNL and JFK?
This page calculates the direct-line time and distance; it does not track airline schedules. At 13,696 km the route is within reach of long-range widebodies, though not every city pair is served non-stop. Check an airline or booking site for what is actually scheduled.
What should I expect on a 17h 26m flight?
Anything past six hours is a long-haul flight: expect at least one meal service, a significant time-zone shift, and enough sitting that circulation and hydration start to matter. Cabin altitude, dry air and disrupted sleep do more damage to a training routine than the flight itself.
Other routes from Manila (Pasay)
Airport coordinates from OurAirports (public domain). Distance is a great-circle calculation; flight time uses the model described on the method page. Flight times are great-circle estimates for planning only — always check the airline's published schedule.