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Distance from Chennai to Manila

Straight line

4,398 km
2,733 mi · 2,375 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 6 h

Direction

E 83°
initial bearing

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How far is Chennai from Manila?

Chennai (India) and Manila (Philippines) are very far apart: 4,398 km in a straight line, that is 2,733 miles or 2,375 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Chennai, Manila lies to the east (initial bearing 83°). The route crosses from India into Philippines. The halfway point is at 14.7290°, 100.5610°.

A direct flight would take about 6 h (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Chennai from Manila?

The straight-line distance between Chennai and Manila is 4,398 km (2,733 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Manila from Chennai?

Manila is to the east of Chennai, at an initial bearing of 83°.

How long is the flight from Chennai to Manila?

A direct flight would take about 6 h at an average cruising speed of 800 km/h.

How is the distance calculated?

The straight-line distance is computed on the WGS84 ellipsoid with the Vincenty formula, accurate to the metre. The road distance comes from OpenStreetMap roads.