Flying from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL): what you need to know
Manila's timezone is UTC+8, making Manila 14 hours ahead of Chicago.
To ensure you catch your ORD to MNL flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between ORD and MNL:
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport
Hong Kong Intl Airport
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
R 6,318 is the best price for a one-way Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 12,421. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ORD to MNL if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Handy information about Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
70% of flights that depart Chicago O'Hare International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Chicago O'Hare International Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Chicago. 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.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near ORD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
Book a hotel near MNL if you're catching a late Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Europcar and discover more of Manila and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to the centre of Manila has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
May is the most popular month for flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Manila in September.
Book your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport for May if you'd like to explore Manila during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ORD to MNL in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of the Philippines
Manila is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the Philippines just waiting to be discovered. Around 8 kilometres north-east of Manila, a visit to Quezon City will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Botanical Garden & Arboretum, Christ the King and Art in Island.
If you want to check out another corner of the Philippines, head for Taguig, roughly 13 kilometres south-east of Manila. The Mind Museum, Metropolitan Museum of Manila - BGC and One Bonifacio High Street Park are among the biggest draws.
