Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know
The timezone in Manila is UTC+8, which is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Chennai.
Your MAA to MNL flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between MAA and MNL include:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Changi International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
At the moment, R 1,890 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chennai Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 3,501. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from MAA to MNL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from Chennai Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MAA to MNL by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Chennai Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
Of all flights leaving Chennai Airport, 76.04% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Chennai Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near MAA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chennai Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
If you're coming in on a late Chennai Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near MNL:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Ninoy Aquino International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Manila and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Ninoy Aquino International Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
From Ninoy Aquino International Airport, Manila is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The quietest month for a flight from Chennai Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Manila based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Manila is April, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your flights from Chennai Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAA to MNL sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Philippines
Manila is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Philippines just waiting to be discovered. About 8 kilometres north-east of Manila, a trip to Quezon City will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Pinky Spikes, Province and GEE’s SPOT GARDEN by Gerard.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Philippines, head for Taguig, roughly 13 kilometres south-east of Manila. Sib Plants, Philippine Science Heritage Centre or Salinlahi Museum and BGC Astronaut Mural are key reasons to visit.