Flying from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL): what you need to know
Manila is three hours ahead of Almaty and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ALA 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.
Flying during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Almaty Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between ALA and MNL:
Dubai Airport
Incheon International Airport
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
Currently, Rs65,351 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Almaty Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs129,066. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ALA to MNL if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Almaty Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across the month and score a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from ALA to MNL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Almaty Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Almaty Airport (ALA)
Of the departures from Almaty Airport, 71% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Almaty Airport from central Almaty, it takes about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to ALA? If you're catching an early flight from Almaty Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Almaty Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MNL instead:
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Reserving your ride from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) to central Manila
From Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, Manila is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
May is the busiest month for flights from Almaty Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Manila in September.
Book your flight from Almaty Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport for May if you want to explore Manila during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 35ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 30ºC. Look for cheap tickets from ALA to MNL around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the Philippines
You've done Manila, now it's time to discover other parts of the Philippines. Journey around 8 kilometres north-east to Quezon City to check off its popular sights. From Botanical Garden & Arboretum to Christ the King and Art in Island, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you want to check out another corner of the Philippines, head for Taguig, about 13 kilometres south-east of Manila. The Mind Museum, Metropolitan Museum of Manila - BGC and One Bonifacio High Street Park are among its highlights.