Travelling from Davao International Airport (DVO) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Davao International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport is 1 hour 55 minutes.
Davao and Manila are in the same timezone, UTC+8.
Each week, there are 160 Davao International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off as early as possible, pick the 00:00 Cebu Pacific Air flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 23:35 with Philippine Airlines.
Leave enough time to make your DVO to MNL flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Getting to Manila (and then discovering more of the Philippines!) is a cinch with Cebu Pacific. This popular airline offers direct flights from Davao International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Cebu Pacific on this route.
Philippine Airlines leads the way as the most punctual carrier for DVO to MNL flights, with 85.21% of its services landing as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Davao International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between DVO and MNL:
Mactan-Cebu International Airport
Bacolod-Silay Airport
Bohol-Panglao International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Davao International Airport (DVO) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Davao International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight is Rs10,136. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs19,030. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from DVO to MNL by booking at least three months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
August is the cheapest month for flights from Davao International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Davao International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport.
Handy information about Davao International Airport (DVO)
When it comes to Davao International Airport's on-time performance, 72% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Davao International Airport from central Davao, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near DVO? If you're catching an early flight from Davao International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
Consider booking a hotel near MNL if you're catching a late Davao International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Europcar to explore Manila and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport about four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
The quietest month for a flight from Davao International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport is September, while May is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Manila based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Davao International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, think about the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Manila, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 35ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DVO to MNL in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC and 30ºC then.
Explore more of the Philippines
Manila is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the Philippines waiting to be explored. About 8 kilometres north-east of Manila, a trip to Quezon City will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Botanical Garden & Arboretum, Christ the King and Art in Island.
If you're interested in discovering another side of the Philippines, consider Taguig, roughly 13 kilometres south-east of Manila. The Mind Museum, Metropolitan Museum of Manila - BGC and One Bonifacio High Street Park are among its highlights.











