Travelling from Colombo to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): What you need to know
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is Colombo's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Colombo to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) taking off from here.
Manila is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Colombo. Ninoy Aquino International Airport is located in Manila, which is in the UTC+8 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Colombo to MNL.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of Colombo, RML can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
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Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Split up your flight from Colombo to Ninoy Aquino International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some popular stopovers between Bandaranaike International Airport and MNL are:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
You can arrive at CMB from central Colombo in approximately 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Bandaranaike International Airport the day before your Colombo to MNL flight:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Bandaranaike International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 75.71%.
About Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Have a late flight from Colombo to Ninoy Aquino International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near MNL and turn in quicker:
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Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Colombo to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Central Manila is about 11 kilometres from Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
R 2,720 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. A return flight starts at R 4,758. These prices can change based on demand.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Colombo to MNL. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
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The best time to fly from Colombo to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
July is the busiest month for flights from Colombo to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL). Visit Manila in February for a more low-key escape.
When booking your Colombo to MNL plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. April is the warmest month in Manila, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Colombo to Ninoy Aquino International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
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