Flying from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know
Manila is six hours ahead of Johannesburg and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your JNB to MNL flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between JNB and MNL include:
Changi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Rs123,788 is currently the best price for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs189,085. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from JNB to MNL if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from JNB to MNL.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
When it comes to O.R. Tambo International Airport's on-time performance, 77.1% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to O.R. Tambo International Airport from central Johannesburg, it takes about 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 29 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near JNB? If you've booked an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late O.R. Tambo International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MNL instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Ninoy Aquino International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Manila and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Ninoy Aquino International Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
From Ninoy Aquino International Airport, Manila is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
April is the busiest month for flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Manila in February.
The warmest month in Manila is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 35ºC. Book your flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from JNB to MNL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 30ºC on average.
Explore more of Philippines
Manila is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Philippines just waiting to be explored. About 8 kilometres north-east of Manila, a visit to Quezon City will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Pinky Spikes, Province and GEE’s SPOT GARDEN by Gerard.
Around 13 kilometres south-east of Manila, Taguig is another essential stop in Philippines. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Sib Plants, Philippine Science Heritage Centre or Salinlahi Museum and BGC Astronaut Mural.