Distance from Texas to the Philippines: ~8,650 Miles

The great-circle distance from Dallas, Texas (DFW) to Manila, Philippines (MNL) is approximately 8,648 miles (13,917 km).

Flight Reality

• No direct flights — all routes connect via:
• West Coast: LAX, SFO, SEA (12–14 hrs + 13–14 hrs = 25–28 hrs total).
• Asia hubs: NRT, HND, ICN, TPE, HKG (13–15 hrs + 4–5 hrs = 18–22 hrs total).
• Middle East: DXB, DOH, AUH (16–18 hrs + 9–10 hrs = 25–28 hrs).

Variables

• Texas departure: DFW, IAH (Houston), AUS, SAT — adds 200–400 mi.
• Philippines arrival: MNL, CEB, DVO, CRK — similar range.
• Typical fastest: DFW → ICN (Seoul) → MNL on Korean Air / Asiana ~19–21 hrs.

Time Difference

Philippines (PHT, UTC+8) is 13–14 hours ahead of Texas (CDT/CST) depending on DST.

For cargo: ocean freight ~25–30 days (Long Beach/LA → Manila).