Flying from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know
Manila is six hours ahead of Helsinki and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
Your HEL to MNL flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between HEL and MNL:
Hong Kong International Airport
Incheon International Airport
Chubu Centrair International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight is R 5,174. A round-trip ticket right now is R 11,833. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from HEL to MNL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
When it comes to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport's on-time performance, 60.23% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Helsinki to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near HEL? If you've booked an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MNL instead:
Explore without limits with a Ninoy Aquino International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Europcar and discover more of Manila and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Ninoy Aquino International Airport about four weeks ahead.
Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Ninoy Aquino International Airport to the centre of Manila has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
April is the busiest month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Manila in February.
Book your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport for April if you'd like to visit Manila during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from HEL to MNL in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
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