Flying from Los Angeles to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): What you need to know
Los Angeles is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) taking off from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Take a direct Los Angeles to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 14 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Manila is UTC+8, which is 15 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Ninoy Aquino International Airport is located in Manila.
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) is the most popular route. There are 14 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, take the last flight with Philippine Airlines at 11:55pm. Opt for the first LAX to MNL departure with Philippine Airlines at 12pm if you'd rather get going earlier.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Los Angeles to MNL.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You can find a direct flight from Los Angeles to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
You can travel on a direct flight from Los Angeles to Ninoy Aquino International Airport with Philippine Airlines. This popular carrier operates services from LAX.
Most travellers prefer to fly with Philippine Airlines between LAX and MNL.
The most reliable carrier for punctuality on this route is Philippine Airlines. Its services land as scheduled 72.65% of the time.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Los Angeles to MNL leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Popular options include:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
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Los Angeles International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from LAX land at their destination as scheduled 81.05% of the time.
LAX's address is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
VNY is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
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About Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Have a late flight from Los Angeles to Ninoy Aquino International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near MNL and hit the lights earlier:
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To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Los Angeles to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight.
Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
The centre of Manila is roughly 11 kilometres from Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Ninoy Aquino International Airport is R 5,479. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 10,857. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Book three months before you travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Los Angeles to MNL.
The best month for scoring cheap Los Angeles to Ninoy Aquino International Airport tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Los Angeles to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL). July is the peak month for travel to Manila. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in February.
The warmest month in Manila is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your Los Angeles to MNL plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to Ninoy Aquino International Airport in January when temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Manila
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Manila right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Los Angeles to Ninoy Aquino International Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Martyrdom of Dr. Jose P. Rizal, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and Manila Cathedral are top sights which should be on every Manila itinerary.
Explore more of the Philippines
Baguio is just one of the many places in the Philippines waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Manila. Around 209 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Baguio City, Botanical Garden and Camp John Hay.
Naga is another well-known destination in the Philippines and is around 257 kilometres east of Manila. No journey is complete without a visit to Haciendas De Naga, Infinite Flora and Asog Vineyard and Resort.