Travelling from Houston to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): What you need to know
Manila is 14 hours ahead of Houston. Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport is located in Manila, which follows the UTC+8 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Houston to MNL, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Hopping on a plane during a peak month like July? Busy periods (like spring break and Thanksgiving) can easily add another hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Houston to MNL that include a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between IAH and MNL include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
IAH is around 40 kilometres from central Houston. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Houston to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are the answer:
Of the flights that depart from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 79% arrive on time at their destination.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Break up your flight from Houston to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport with a stop at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). A major connection between Houston Hobby Airport and MNL, it's a good opportunity to enjoy some downtime before continuing your journey.
You can arrive at HOU from the centre of Houston in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Houston Hobby Airport the day before your Houston to MNL flight:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Houston Hobby Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 79%.
The street address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Consider booking a hotel close to MNL if you're catching a late flight from Houston to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around four weeks in advance of your Houston to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight.
Getting from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
From Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport, central Manila is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Rs121,495 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Houston to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport. A return flight starts at Rs251,976. These prices may change depending on availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Houston to MNL. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Houston to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport tickets across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning the timing of your trip. December is the quietest month to visit Manila. January is when most people book flights from Houston to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
When booking your Houston to MNL plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. May is the warmest month in Manila, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 35ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Houston to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport in January when temperatures are between 21ºC and 30ºC.
More about Manila
Once you've booked your flight from Houston to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Manila:
Martyrdom of Dr. Jose P. Rizal and Manila Cathedral are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Manila must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Rizal Park.
Explore more of the Philippines
Manila is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the Philippines waiting to be discovered. Around 209 kilometres north of Manila, a trip to Baguio will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Botanical Garden, Camp John Hay and Sky Ranch Baguio.
If you want to check out another major destination in the Philippines, consider Naga, about 257 kilometres east of Manila. Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto Farm, Basilica of Our Lady of Penafrancia and Museo ni Jesse Robredo are key reasons to visit.