Travelling from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) to Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9, which is one hour ahead of Manila.
Take your pick of 54 weekly Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport flights. The 00:40 departure with Jetstar Japan is the earliest flight available. Philippine Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 14:50.
To ensure you get on your MNL to NRT flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time such as May? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
There's a good range of direct flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport to pick from. When organising your Tokyo trip, these airlines can fly you nonstop to this unmissable part of Japan:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Philippine Airlines on this route.
With a dependable 95.08% of services arriving on schedule, J-Air is the most punctual carrier for MNL to NRT flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MNL and NRT:
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport
Kansai International (Osaka) Airport
Kaohsiung Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) to Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
At the moment, R 1,622 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 3,557. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from MNL to NRT, book your journey two months ahead of your departure date.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport.
Handy information about Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
72% of flights that leave from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport make it to their destination on time.
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 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near MNL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
Consider booking a hotel close to NRT if you're catching a late Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go where the road takes you with a Tokyo Narita Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Airport Car Rental, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Rental and experience more of Tokyo and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Tokyo Narita Airport around four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
When to fly to Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
The quietest month for a flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport is March, while May is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Tokyo based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MNL to NRT in January. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) then.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Tokyo. Around 402 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
Around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo, Nagoya is another essential stop in Japan. Experience major highlights starting with Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.