Distance From San Diego International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, SAN - MNL Distance

The distance from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) is 7398 miles or 11906 kilometers or 6424 nautical miles.

The distance shown below is direct flight distance between airports. Straight-line distance does not account for the surface between the two points. It is the distance a bird or airplane would travel between the two points when flying above the surface. The straight line distance is the direct route between two points, regardless of whether or not there are roads that connect them.

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How long does it take to travel from San Diego ( United States ) to Manila ( Philippines )?

A one-way nonstop (direct) flight between San Diego and Manila takes around 17 hours 0 minutes.

Estimated flight time from San Diego International Airport, San Diego, United States to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, Manila, Philippines is 17 hours 0 minutes under avarage conditions. Your actual flying time may vary depending on wind direction/speed or weather conditions. This calculation does not include the departure and landing times of the aircraft. In addition, it does not cover the person identity check, ticket check-in and baggage collection times at the airport.

Travel Distance Between the Airports • SAN - MNL

Kilometers		11906 km
Statute Miles		7398 miles
Nautical Miles		6424 nm
Avg. Time of Flight		17 hours 0 minutes

San Diego International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport Flight Route Map - SAN to MNL Flight Path

Location of San Diego International Airport & Ninoy Aquino International Airport is given below.
Click the map to view San Diego to Manila nonstop flight path and travel direction.

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Nonstop flight route between San Diego, United States and Manila, Philippines.

Time Difference Between the Airports • SAN - MNL

Time difference between San Diego (United States) and Manila (Philippines) is 15 Hours.
Manila time is 15 Hours ahead of San Diego.

Location	Local Time
San Diego (United States)	2026-03-19, 18:05:05 PDT
Manila (Philippines)	2026-03-20, 09:05:05 PST

Why should you arrive 3 hours before international flight? Flyers who are traveling to an international destination should arrive at the airport earlier than domestic flyers. This is because international flights can have additional check-in requirements, like passport verification, that need to be completed before you receive your boarding pass.

Origin

San Diego International Airport (SAN / KSAN) San Diego, United States

Destination

Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL / RPLL) Manila, Philippines