Flying from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL): what you need to know
Manila is 16 hours ahead of Sacramento and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your SMF to MNL flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sacramento International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport. These are the top stopovers between SMF and MNL:
Los Angeles International Airport
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
At the moment, R 7,355 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 14,981. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SMF to MNL if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from Sacramento International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SMF to MNL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sacramento International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport.
Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
The address for SMF is 6900 Airport Boulevard.
81% of flights departing from Sacramento International Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of SMF.
Central Sacramento to Sacramento International Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey on public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Get your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport off to an easy start. Just a quick drive from SMF, stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG and be well-rested for the trip ahead.
Arriving at Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MNL if you have a late Sacramento International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Europcar and explore beyond Manila's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport around four weeks before your trip.
When to fly to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
The quietest month for a flight from Sacramento International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport is September, while May is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Manila based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Manila is May, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your flights from Sacramento International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SMF to MNL sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of the Philippines
Quezon City is just one of the many cities in the Philippines waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Manila. Around 8 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Botanical Garden & Arboretum, Christ the King and Art in Island.
If there's time to check out another major destination in the Philippines, consider Taguig, about 13 kilometres south-east of Manila. The Mind Museum, Metropolitan Museum of Manila - BGC and One Bonifacio High Street Park are key highlights.