Travelling from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL): what you need to know
The timezone in Manila is UTC+8, which is 13 hours ahead of Philadelphia.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to board your PHL to MNL flight.
Flying during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Philadelphia International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between PHL and MNL include:
Los Angeles International Airport
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
R 8,287 is currently the best price for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 15,269. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from PHL to MNL if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Snapping up cheap flights from PHL to MNL couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport.
Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
77% of flights leaving from Philadelphia International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To get to Philadelphia International Airport from central Philadelphia, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near PHL:
Arriving at Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Philadelphia International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MNL instead:
Grab a Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport rental car and explore Manila and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Europcar are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport about four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
When to fly to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
May is the most popular month for flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Manila in September.
Book your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport for May if you'd like to go to Manila during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PHL to MNL sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of the Philippines
You've seen Manila, now it's time to explore more of the Philippines. Travel around 8 kilometres north-east to Quezon City to tick off its leading sights. From Botanical Garden & Arboretum to Christ the King and Art in Island, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in the Philippines, consider Taguig, roughly 13 kilometres south-east of Manila. The Mind Museum, Metropolitan Museum of Manila - BGC and One Bonifacio High Street Park are key highlights.