Travelling from Kolkata Airport (CCU) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL): what you need to know
Manila is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Kolkata and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your CCU to MNL flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as January? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Kolkata Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between CCU and MNL include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Singapore Changi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kolkata Airport (CCU) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
Rs53,427 is the best price for a one-way Kolkata Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs98,644. These prices may change depending on availability.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from CCU to MNL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Kolkata Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from CCU to MNL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kolkata Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Kolkata Airport (CCU)
Of all flights departing from Kolkata Airport, 72% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Kolkata Airport from central Kolkata, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Kolkata Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to CCU:
Arriving at Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Kolkata Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MNL instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Europcar and see more of Manila and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport around four weeks before travelling.
When to fly to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Kolkata Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport. May is the most popular month to head to Manila. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in September.
Lock in your flight from Kolkata Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport for May if you'd like to visit Manila during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 35ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CCU to MNL in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 30ºC then.
Explore more of the Philippines
You've seen Manila, now it's time to explore other corners of the Philippines. Travel about 8 kilometres north-east to Quezon City to check off its leading attractions. From Botanical Garden & Arboretum to Christ the King and Art in Island, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Taguig is another essential stop in the Philippines and is around 13 kilometres south-east of Manila. No journey is complete without seeing The Mind Museum, Metropolitan Museum of Manila - BGC and One Bonifacio High Street Park.