Flying from Kuwait Airport (KWI) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Kuwait Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 9 hours 35 minutes.
Manila is five hours ahead of Kuwait and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
Flights from KWI to MNL start at 01:45 — the earliest with Kuwait Airways. The latest departure is at 02:55 with Kuwait Airways. In total, there are seven weekly Kuwait Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your KWI to MNL flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Flying into Manila (and then exploring more of the Philippines!) is easy with Kuwait Airways. This popular carrier has direct flights from Kuwait Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport.
Kuwait Airways is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Kuwait Airways is the most punctual carrier that operates KWI to MNL flights, with 77.19% of its services arriving as scheduled.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Kuwait Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between KWI and MNL include:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Zayed International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuwait Airport (KWI) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kuwait Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight is R 3,324. A round-trip fare is currently R 5,085. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from KWI to MNL, book your trip 11 months ahead of your departure date.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Kuwait Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Kuwait Airport (KWI)
65% of flights taking off from Kuwait Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To reach Kuwait Airport from central Kuwait, it takes about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Kuwait Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to KWI:
Arriving at Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Kuwait Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MNL instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Europcar and explore beyond Manila's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from the centre of Manila. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
May is the most popular month for flights from Kuwait Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Manila in September.
When booking your flight from Kuwait Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Manila, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from KWI to MNL in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of the Philippines
You've visited Manila, now it's time to explore other corners of the Philippines. Journey around 8 kilometres north-east to Quezon City to check off its must-visit sights. From Botanical Garden & Arboretum to Christ the King and Art in Island, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 13 kilometres south-east of Manila, Taguig is another essential stop in the Philippines. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at The Mind Museum, Metropolitan Museum of Manila - BGC and One Bonifacio High Street Park.