Flying from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know
Manila is 11 hours ahead of Santiago and is in the UTC+8 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to board your SCL to MNL flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Many passengers pass through Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight is R 12,238. A return ticket right now is R 23,517. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from SCL to MNL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from SCL to MNL.
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Handy information about Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
82.58% of flights departing from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport touch down at their destination as planned. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of SCL.
Central Santiago to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near SCL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MNL instead:
Grab a Ninoy Aquino International Airport rental car and discover Manila and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Europcar are leading providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Ninoy Aquino International Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Ninoy Aquino International Airport to central Manila has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Manila. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport for April if you want to go to Manila during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SCL to MNL sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Philippines
You've done Manila, now it's time to explore other parts of Philippines. Travel about 8 kilometres north-east to Quezon City to check off its top sights. From Pinky Spikes to Province and GEE’s SPOT GARDEN by Gerard, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Philippines, head for Taguig, about 13 kilometres south-east of Manila. Sib Plants, Philippine Science Heritage Centre or Salinlahi Museum and BGC Astronaut Mural are among its highlights.