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Flight deals from Manila Ninoy Aquino to El Nido

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to El Nido Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 3,968. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
El Nido.R 945 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Jan.One-way flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in El Nido.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 945, select.
El Nido.R 948 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Feb.One-way flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in El Nido.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 948, select.
El Nido.R 1,456 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct.One-way flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in El Nido.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,456, select.
El Nido.R 1,471 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep.One-way flight with Philippines AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Philippines AirAsia, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in El Nido.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,471, select.
El Nido.R 1,654 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Dec.One-way flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in El Nido.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,654, select.
El Nido.R 1,691 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov.One-way flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in El Nido.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,691, select.
El Nido.R 1,775 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Aug.One-way flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in El Nido.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,775, select.
El Nido.R 1,803 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Philippines AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Philippines AirAsia, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in El Nido.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,803, select.
El Nido.R 1,964 per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 May.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Sat, 22 May, arriving in El Nido.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,964, select.
El Nido.R 2,020 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Apr.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Sun, 4 Apr, arriving in El Nido.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,020, select.
El Nido.R 2,025 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Mar.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Sun, 28 Mar, arriving in El Nido.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,025, select.
El Nido.R 2,568 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul.One-way flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in El Nido.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,568, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Manila Ninoy Aquino to El Nido

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Manila Ninoy Aquino to El Nido flights are currently cheapest in January.
Jul
from R 2,570
Aug
from R 1,776
Sep
from R 1,472
Oct
from R 1,457
Nov
from R 1,692
Dec
from R 1,656
Jan
from R 946
Feb
from R 948
Mar
from R 2,027
Apr
from R 2,022
May
from R 1,965
Jun
from R 1,804

Manila Ninoy Aquino to El Nido: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Manila Ninoy Aquino to El Nido below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than El Nido.

El Nido

5km from central El Nido
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San Vicente

79km from central El Nido
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Manila to El Nido: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 945
Cheapest month to flyJanuary

Finding cheap flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino to El Nido: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino to El Nido is R 2,695. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Manila Ninoy Aquino to El Nido. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 2,695.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Manila Ninoy Aquino to El Nido.
The cheapest month to fly from Manila Ninoy Aquino to El Nido is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to El Nido Airport on Monday, 28 September 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport and El Nido Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to El Nido but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to El Nido is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Philippines AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to El Nido.

Flying from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) to El Nido Airport (ENI): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to El Nido Airport.

  • Flights from MNL to ENI start at 04:45 — the earliest with AirSWIFT. The last service of the day is at 18:05 with AirSWIFT. Overall, you can choose from 49 weekly Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to El Nido Airport flights.

  • To ensure you get on your MNL to ENI flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • During popular months like May, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.

  • Flying into El Nido (and then seeing more of the Philippines!) is easy with Air Swift. This popular airline offers direct flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to El Nido Airport.

  • The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Air Swift.

How to find the cheapest flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) to El Nido Airport (ENI)

  • R 945 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to El Nido Airport flight. Return flights start from R 2,695. These prices can change depending on demand.

  • Book three months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MNL to ENI.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to El Nido Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MNL to ENI by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to El Nido Airport.

Handy information about Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)

  • 72% of flights leaving from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

  • Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Manila. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip when using public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to El Nido Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near MNL:

Arriving at El Nido Airport (ENI)

  • The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to El Nido Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ENI instead:

  • Pick up a El Nido Airport rental car and explore El Nido and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Dollar and Thrifty are leading providers you can book with here.

  • Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from El Nido Airport about four weeks before your travel date.

Getting from El Nido Airport (ENI) to central El Nido

  • From El Nido Airport, El Nido is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • It'll take around 20 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to El Nido Airport (ENI)

  • It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to El Nido Airport. May is the most popular month to head to El Nido. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in July.

  • When reserving your flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to El Nido Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in El Nido, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • February has average temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MNL to ENI sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of the Philippines

  • El Nido has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the Philippines you should also see. About 418 kilometres north-east of El Nido, a visit to Quezon City will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Botanical Garden & Arboretum, Christ the King and Art in Island.

  • Around 418 kilometres north-east of El Nido, Manila is another favourite stop in the Philippines. No visit is complete without checking out Martyrdom of Dr. Jose P. Rizal, Manila Cathedral and Rizal Park.

Plan the rest of your trip from Manila to El Nido

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.