Travelling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Vancouver International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 13 hours 20 minutes.
Manila's timezone is UTC+8, making Manila 15 hours ahead of Vancouver.
Every week, there are 12 Vancouver International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flights. If you want to take off early, opt for the 01:00 Philippine Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 23:45 with Philippine Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your YVR to MNL flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into Manila (and then seeing more of Philippines!) is a snap with Philippine Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Vancouver International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
Philippine Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
With 75.0% of its services arriving as planned, Philippine Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering YVR to MNL flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
At the moment, R 6,299 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 11,582. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from YVR to MNL by booking at least eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Plan your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Of the flights that depart from Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Vancouver to Vancouver International Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to YVR:
Arriving at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Consider booking a hotel near MNL if you have a late Vancouver International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own speed with a Ninoy Aquino International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Europcar and experience more of Manila and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Ninoy Aquino International Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Ninoy Aquino International Airport to the centre of Manila has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Manila. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Manila, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YVR to MNL in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Philippines
Quezon City is just one of the many places in Philippines waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Manila. Around 8 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Pinky Spikes, Province and GEE’s SPOT GARDEN by Gerard.
Taguig is another standout destination in Philippines and is around 13 kilometres south-east of Manila. No journey is complete without dropping by Sib Plants, Philippine Science Heritage Centre or Salinlahi Museum and BGC Astronaut Mural.