Travelling from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know
The timezone in Manila is UTC+8, which is 15 hours ahead of San Jose.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SJC to MNL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between SJC and MNL include:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Currently, R 6,870 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 16,132. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SJC to MNL if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for a flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from SJC to MNL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
SJC is located at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
84.69% of flights leaving Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport reach their destination on schedule. With its strong on-time stats, delays are unlikely when flying out of SJC.
To reach Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport from central San Jose, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near SJC. Whether you have an early flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Consider staying in a hotel near MNL if you're on a late Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Ninoy Aquino International Airport rental car and explore Manila and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Europcar are popular providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Ninoy Aquino International Airport about four weeks in advance.
Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
From Ninoy Aquino International Airport, Manila is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The quietest month for a flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Manila based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Manila, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SJC to MNL in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
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