Travelling from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Seattle: what you need to know
Approximately 13 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Seattle.
Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport is located in Manila. Following the UTC-8 timezone, Seattle is 16 hours behind Manila.
With five flights a week between the two airports, Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is the most popular route. Catch Philippine Airlines's 22:20 flight to get your trip from MNL to SEA underway.
To avoid rushing for your MNL to Seattle flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Start your trip at MNL and travel nonstop to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Seattle tickets.
Get on board with Philippine Airlines. This airline offers direct flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Seattle.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for plane tickets from MNL to Seattle, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
MNL is about 11 kilometres from central Manila. 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 using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near MNL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Seattle or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
When it comes to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Seattle
The best price we've seen for a one-way Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Seattle flight is Rs107,189. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs188,400. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book five months before you travel. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from MNL to Seattle.
Schedule your trip for October. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Seattle tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is around 23 kilometres from the centre of Seattle. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 25 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to SEA if you have a late flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Seattle. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
For the lowest price, book your ride from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from MNL to Seattle.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
Once your flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Seattle has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Seattle is roughly 40 kilometres from Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes.
After stepping off your MNL to Seattle flight, rest your head at a hotel near PAE. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Save time at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from PAE in advance so you can simply pick up the keys and get on your way.
King County International Airport (BFI)
Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Seattle has landed. Central Seattle is around 11 kilometres from King County International Airport (BFI) and takes roughly 20 minutes to get to by car.
Public transport will take you there in about 35 minutes.
Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your trip by choosing a hotel near BFI after your MNL to Seattle flight. Recover from your travel day or simply give yourself time to get your bearings in a new city at:
Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Seattle is always a good idea. Along with better deals, you'll be able to choose the vehicle make and model you prefer at BFI.
Best time to go to Seattle
July is the most popular month for flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Seattle. To escape the crowds, head to Seattle in December.
The warmest month in Seattle is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Seattle plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MNL to Seattle in February when temperatures average between -1ºC and 11ºC.
More about Seattle
Once you've booked your flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Seattle, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Seattle:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Pike Place Market, Space Needle and Seattle Skyline are essential stops on your Seattle itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Portland is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Seattle. Around 241 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Portland Japanese Garden, Peninsula Park Rose Garden and Beyond Van Gogh Portland.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in the United States, head for Spokane, about 370 kilometres east of Seattle. Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes are key highlights.