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Mon, Sep 28
Colombo CMBManila MNL
£222
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Colombo CMBManila MNL
£224
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Mon, Sep 28
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£224
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Sat, Oct 3 – Tue, Oct 6
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£384
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Mon, Sep 28 – Sat, Oct 3
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How much do flights to Manila cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£222

Cheapest round-trip

£383

Average round-trip

£413

Includes rare itinerary

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Most popular airline

SriLankan Airlines

Getting from Manila airport to the city center

Fastest options: taxi and ride-hailing services. Best value: bus and jeepney.

Manila is served by Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL), located approximately 7 km south of the city center. The airport handles all major domestic and international flights to the Philippine capital. Airport transfers to city center destinations include taxis, ride-hailing services, airport buses, jeepneys, and private transfers. Journey times vary significantly depending on traffic conditions, which can be heavy throughout the day in Metro Manila.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

20-90 min

₱350 – ₱600; fixed rate by zone; pay at airport counter

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

fixed fare, no haggling

20-90 min

₱150 – ₱400; metered; flag down rate PHP 40

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

budget taxi option

20-90 min

₱200 – ₱500; surge pricing during peak hours

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

app-based, cashless payment

45-120 min

₱150 – ₱400; varies by route and destination

every 20-30 min (traffic dependent)

budget travelers, multiple stops

40-120 min

₱13 – ₱30; minimum fare; requires walk to main road

frequent during daytime (traffic dependent)

cheapest local experience

20-90 min

₱1,500 – ₱3,000; pre-booked; price varies by vehicle type

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

comfort, meet and greet

20-90 min

₱1,500 – ₱4,000; per day; excludes fuel and tolls

on-demand at airport (traffic dependent)

flexibility, onward travel

Notes:

  • Prices in PHP (approximately USD 1 = PHP 56); table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Manila traffic is notoriously heavy; journey times can double or triple during rush hours (7-9 AM and 5-8 PM).
  • Coupon taxis offer fixed rates and are recommended for first-time visitors to avoid fare disputes.
  • Jeepneys do not enter the airport; passengers must walk to the main road outside the terminal area.
  • NAIA has four terminals; ensure you know which terminal your flight uses as inter-terminal transfers can take 20-30 minutes.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Manila

Depart from
Bandaranaike International
Arrive to
Ninoy Aquino International
Average flights per week
350
Flight distance
Worth visiting
Luzon

Check-in for a flight from Colombo to Manila

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
SriLankan AirlinesALKULYes
AirAsiaAXMAKNo
Philippine AirlinesPALPRYes
Malaysia AirlinesMASMHNo
Singapore AirlinesSIASQNo

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in Manila

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January28°C23°C
February29°C23°C
March31°C24°C
April33°C25°C
May33°C26°C
June31°C26°C
July30°C25°C
August29°C25°C
September30°C25°C
October30°C25°C
November30°C25°C
December29°C24°C
Hottest Month
33°C
May
Coldest month
23°C
January
Sunny days
214
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
19 Sep
78%
32°C26°C
26 Sep
61%
30°C26°C
Sunday
20 Sep
66%
30°C26°C
27 Sep
83%
28°C26°C
Monday
21 Sep
80%
30°C27°C
28 Sep
81%
30°C26°C
Tuesday
22 Sep
73%
30°C26°C
29 Sep
84%
30°C25°C
Wednesday
23 Sep
65%
30°C26°C
30 Sep
66%
30°C25°C
Thursday
24 Sep
76%
31°C26°C
1 Oct
89%
28°C26°C
Friday
25 Sep
61%
32°C26°C
2 Oct
90%
28°C24°C
The most popular airlines for this route are SriLankan Airlines, AirAsia, Philippine Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, and Singapore Airlines. Colombo and Manila have 350 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from Colombo?

Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Colombo and London, Bangkok, Malé, Manchester, Kuala Lumpur, Dubai, Bali, New Delhi, Edinburgh, Singapore, Denpasar, Chennai, Birmingham, Goa, Tel Aviv, Phuket City, Abu Dhabi, Phuket Province, Mumbai, Perth.

What are the most popular routes to and from Manila?

Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Manila and Dubai, London, Cebu, Davao, El Nido, Palawan, Bangkok, Busuanga, Palawan, Puerto Princesa, Del Carmen, Denpasar, Caticlan, Cagayan de Oro, Tokyo, Tacloban, Tagbilaran, Panglao, Singapore, Iloilo City, Ho Chi Minh City, Bacolod.

What airports are near Manila?

The main airport in Manila is Ninoy Aquino International. It is also served by Ninoy Aquino International, Clark International.

Which airlines fly between Colombo and Manila?

Currently, you can fly between Colombo and Manila with SriLankan Airlines, AirAsia, Philippine Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Singapore Airlines.

When’s the best time to travel between Colombo and Manila?

If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Colombo and Manila, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.

What flights operate between Colombo and Manila?

Traveling between Colombo and Manila, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.

How many airports are there near Manila?

There are a number of airports in and around Manila. The main one is Ninoy Aquino International and other nearby airports include Ninoy Aquino International, Clark International.

What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Colombo and Manila depart?

This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred departure time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to depart from Colombo, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for departure.

What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Colombo and Manila arrive?

This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred arrival time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to arrive at Manila, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for arrival.

What time do flights between Colombo and Manila depart?

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