Travelling from Mohammed V Airport (CMN) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL): what you need to know
Manila's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Manila seven hours ahead of Casablanca.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CMN to MNL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Flying during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Mohammed V Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between CMN and MNL include:
Istanbul Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Handy information about Mohammed V Airport (CMN)
71% of flights that leave from Mohammed V Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Casablanca to Mohammed V Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Mohammed V Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to CMN:
Arriving at Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
If you're getting in on a late Mohammed V Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near MNL:
Pick up a Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport rental car and explore Manila and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Europcar are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
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 driving.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Mohammed V Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport. May is the most popular month to visit Manila. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in September.
Lock in your flight from Mohammed V Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport for May if you'd like to go to Manila during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 35ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 30ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CMN to MNL sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the Philippines
Manila has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of the Philippines you should also see. About 8 kilometres north-east of Manila, a visit to Quezon City will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Botanical Garden & Arboretum, Christ the King and Art in Island.
If you're looking to explore another well-known 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 reasons to visit.