Travelling from Kathmandu Airport (KTM) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL): what you need to know
The timezone in Manila is UTC+8, which is two hours 12 minutes ahead of Kathmandu.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your KTM to MNL flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like November. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kathmandu Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between KTM and MNL:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Hong Kong Intl Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kathmandu Airport (KTM) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
Rs86,354 is the best price for a one-way Kathmandu Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs132,624. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from KTM to MNL if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Kathmandu Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from KTM to MNL.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Kathmandu Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport.
Handy information about Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Kathmandu Airport, data shows 51% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Kathmandu Airport from central Kathmandu, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near KTM. Whether you're taking an early flight from Kathmandu Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Kathmandu Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MNL instead:
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Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Manila. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
May is the busiest month for flights from Kathmandu Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Manila in September.
Lock in your flight from Kathmandu Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport for May if you want to go to Manila during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 35ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from KTM to MNL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 30ºC on average.
Explore more of the Philippines
You've done Manila, now it's time to explore other parts of the Philippines. Travel about 8 kilometres north-east to Quezon City to tick off its top attractions. From Botanical Garden & Arboretum to Christ the King and Art in Island, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Taguig is another sought-after destination in the Philippines and is around 13 kilometres south-east of Manila. No journey is complete without experiencing The Mind Museum, Metropolitan Museum of Manila - BGC and One Bonifacio High Street Park.