Flying from Karachi Airport (KHI) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL): what you need to know
Manila is three hours ahead of Karachi and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your KHI 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.
Travelling during a peak month like June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Karachi Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between KHI and MNL:
Dubai Airport
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Muscat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Karachi Airport (KHI) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Karachi Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight is Rs106,770. A return plane ticket is currently Rs140,469. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from KHI to MNL, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from Karachi Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from KHI to MNL is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new discounted fare appears.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Karachi Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Karachi Airport (KHI)
Of the departures from Karachi Airport, 76% land on schedule at their destination.
Karachi Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Karachi. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to KHI? If you're catching an early flight from Karachi Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Karachi Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MNL instead:
Grab a Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport rental car and explore Manila and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Europcar are popular outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport about four weeks before you set off.
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 by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
May is the most popular month for flights from Karachi Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Manila in September.
The warmest month in Manila is May, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your flights from Karachi Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from KHI to MNL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC and 30ºC on average.
Explore more of the Philippines
Quezon City is just one of the many cities in the Philippines waiting to be explored once you've seen Manila. Around 8 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Botanical Garden & Arboretum, Christ the King and Art in Island.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in the Philippines, head for 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.
