Travelling from Surigao Airport (SUG) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Surigao Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.
Manila's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Surigao.
You can choose from nine weekly Surigao Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flights. The 12:50 departure with Cebgo is the earliest flight available. Cebgo operates the latest service of the day at 13:00.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your SUG to MNL flight.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Jetting into Manila (and then discovering more of Philippines!) is easy with Cebgo. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Surigao Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Cebgo on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating SUG to MNL flights is Cebgo. Its services land as planned 65.71% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Surigao Airport (SUG) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Right now, R 787 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Surigao Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 2,017. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Book eight months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from SUG to MNL.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Surigao Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from SUG to MNL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Surigao Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
Handy information about Surigao Airport (SUG)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Surigao Airport, data shows 51.15% of flights complete their journey on time.
Surigao Airport is about 5 kilometres from central Surigao. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 55 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to SUG? If you're catching an early flight from Surigao Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
If you're arriving on a late Surigao Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near MNL:
Hit the road running by picking up a Ninoy Aquino International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Europcar to explore Manila and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Ninoy Aquino International Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Ninoy Aquino International Airport to the centre of Manila has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Surigao Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Manila. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Manila is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your flights from Surigao Airport to Ninoy Aquino International 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 SUG to MNL sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Philippines
Manila is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Philippines just waiting to be discovered. Around 8 kilometres north-east of Manila, a trip to Quezon City will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Pinky Spikes, Province and GEE’s SPOT GARDEN by Gerard.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Philippines, consider Taguig, about 13 kilometres south-east of Manila. Sib Plants, Philippine Science Heritage Centre or Salinlahi Museum and BGC Astronaut Mural are highlights.