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How much do flights to Manila cost?
Getting from Manila airport to the city center
Fastest options: taxi and ride-hailing services. Best value: bus and jeepney.
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
Check-in for a flight from San José to Manila
| Name | Carrier code | IATA Code | Passport needed during booking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avianca | AVA | AV | No |
| Philippine Airlines | PAL | PR | Yes |
| Alaska Airlines | ASA | AS | No |
| Cathay Pacific | CPA | CX | No |
| EVA Air | EVA | BR | Yes |
Online check-in is not available for these airlines.
Weather in Manila
Average Weather
| Month | Average monthly max temperature | Average monthly min temperature |
| January | 28°C | 23°C |
| February | 29°C | 23°C |
| March | 31°C | 24°C |
| April | 33°C | 25°C |
| May | 33°C | 26°C |
| June | 31°C | 26°C |
| July | 30°C | 25°C |
| August | 30°C | 25°C |
| September | 30°C | 25°C |
| October | 30°C | 25°C |
| November | 30°C | 25°C |
| December | 29°C | 24°C |
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