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How much do flights to Manila cost?

Most popular airline

Cebu Pacific

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

fixed rate by zone; pay at airport counter

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

fixed fare, no haggling

20-90 min

metered; flag down rate PHP 40

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

budget taxi option

20-90 min

surge pricing during peak hours

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

app-based, cashless payment

45-120 min

varies by route and destination

every 20-30 min (traffic dependent)

budget travelers, multiple stops

40-120 min

minimum fare; requires walk to main road

frequent during daytime (traffic dependent)

cheapest local experience

20-90 min

pre-booked; price varies by vehicle type

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

comfort, meet and greet

20-90 min

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
El Nido
Arrive to
Ninoy Aquino International
Average flights per week
265
Flight distance
Worth visiting
Luzon

Check-in for a flight from El Nido, Palawan to Manila

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
Cebu PacificCEB5JNo
AirswiftATXT6No
CebGoSRQDGNo
Philippines AirAsiaEZDZ2No
Philippine AirlinesPALPRYes

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
August30°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
210
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
16 May
98%
34°C27°C
23 May
86%
35°C28°C
Sunday
17 May
83%
34°C27°C
24 May
88%
34°C28°C
Monday
18 May
88%
34°C28°C
25 May
79%
33°C27°C
Tuesday
19 May
89%
34°C28°C
26 May
89%
32°C28°C
Wednesday
20 May
84%
35°C28°C
27 May
89%
32°C28°C
Thursday
21 May
88%
35°C28°C
28 May
84%
32°C27°C
Friday
22 May
85%
34°C28°C
29 May
32°C27°C
The most popular airlines for this route are Cebu Pacific, Airswift, CebGo, Philippines AirAsia, and Philippine Airlines. El Nido, Palawan and Manila have 265 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from El Nido, Palawan?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as El Nido, Palawan and Cebu, Caticlan, Busuanga, Palawan, Del Carmen, Panglao, Angeles, Bangkok, London, Singapore, Hong Kong, Bali, Denpasar, Hanoi, Osaka, Sydney, Phuket Province, Ho Chi Minh City, Phuket City, Kuala Lumpur, Iloilo City.
What are the most popular routes to and from Manila?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Manila and Dubai, London, Cebu, Davao, Bangkok, Busuanga, Palawan, Puerto Princesa, Del Carmen, Denpasar, Caticlan, Cagayan de Oro, Tokyo, Tacloban, Tagbilaran, Panglao, Singapore, Iloilo City, Ho Chi Minh City, Bacolod, Dumaguete.
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 El Nido, Palawan and Manila?
Currently, you can fly between El Nido, Palawan and Manila with Cebu Pacific, Airswift, CebGo, Philippines AirAsia, Philippine Airlines.
When’s the best time to travel between El Nido, Palawan and Manila?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between El Nido, Palawan 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 El Nido, Palawan and Manila?
Traveling between El Nido, Palawan 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 El Nido, Palawan 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 El Nido, Palawan, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for departure.
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between El Nido, Palawan 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 El Nido, Palawan and Manila depart?
What time do flights between El Nido, Palawan and Manila arrive?

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