Flying from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know
The timezone in Manila is UTC+8, which is 12 hours ahead of Philadelphia.
To ensure you get on your PHL to MNL flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Philadelphia International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between PHL and MNL include:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
C$694 is currently the best price for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. Return flights start from C$1,433. These fares may change based on availability.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from PHL to MNL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Save time looking for cheap flights from PHL to MNL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
PHL's address is Industrial Highway and Island Road.
78.93% of flights taking off from Philadelphia International Airport land at their destination on time.
Philadelphia International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near PHL? If you're boarding an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Consider staying in a hotel near MNL if you're taking a late Philadelphia International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Ninoy Aquino International Airport rental car and discover Manila and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Europcar are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Ninoy Aquino International Airport about four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Ninoy Aquino International Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from central Manila. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
April is the busiest month for flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Manila in February.
The warmest month in Manila is April, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PHL to MNL around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Philippines
You've seen Manila, now it's time to explore other parts of Philippines. Travel around 8 kilometres north-east to Quezon City to tick off its must-visit sights. From Pinky Spikes to Province and GEE’s SPOT GARDEN by Gerard, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Taguig is another essential stop in Philippines and is around 13 kilometres south-east of Manila. No journey is complete without a visit to Sib Plants, Philippine Science Heritage Centre or Salinlahi Museum and BGC Astronaut Mural.