Travelling from London to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): What you need to know
When organising your flight from London to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL), you'll have a good choice of airports to leave from. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Manila is eight hours ahead of London. Ninoy Aquino International Airport is located in Manila, which runs on the UTC+8 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from London to MNL.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from London to MNL that include a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between LHR and MNL include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Located around 31 kilometres from the centre of London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London to Ninoy Aquino International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Add another location to your travels or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from London to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, browse these options when taking off from London Gatwick Airport:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
LGW is around 80 kilometres from central London. It'll take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your London to MNL flight? Unwind in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance of 69.26%. This figure shows how often flights that leave from this airport make it to their destination on time.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Whether just for an hour or two or several days, a stopover can make your whole trip feel a little more stress-free. When flying out of Stansted Airport (STN), you can book a flight ticket from London to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) with a stop at Dubai Airport (DXB).
The journey to STN from central London is around 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Sleep a little longer and still make your London to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Stansted Airport make departure day a breeze if you're setting off early:
The on-time performance record of STN is 64.73%. In other words, that's how often flights from this airport arrive as planned.
About Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near MNL instead:
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Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Ninoy Aquino International Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Manila. How long it takes to get to the centre in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Currently, Rs80,617 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs136,465. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from London to MNL if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your London to Ninoy Aquino International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from London to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
July is the most popular month for flights from London to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL). Plan your visit to Manila in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Manila is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 35ºC. Book your London to MNL flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from London to Ninoy Aquino International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 30ºC.
More about Manila
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Manila right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from London to Ninoy Aquino International Airport:
There are plenty of awesome things to do in Manila when you're ready to go sightseeing. Start exploring at Martyrdom of Dr. Jose P. Rizal followed by Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and Manila Cathedral.
Explore more of the Philippines
You've done Manila, now it's time to discover more of the Philippines. Travel about 209 kilometres north to Baguio to check off its must-visit sights. From Baguio City to Botanical Garden and Camp John Hay, your itinerary will be busy.
Naga is another well-known destination in the Philippines and is around 257 kilometres east of Manila. No trip is complete without experiencing Haciendas De Naga, Infinite Flora and Asog Vineyard and Resort.