Travelling from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport is 10 hours 10 minutes.
Manila's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Manila five hours ahead of Riyadh.
Every week, there are 38 King Khaled International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flights. To get going as soon as possible, select the 18:50 Philippine Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 23:30 with Saudia.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your RUH to MNL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Philippine Airlines is your ticket to exploring Manila (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Philippines!). Check out the direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Philippine Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Saudia is the most punctual carrier offering RUH to MNL flights. An impressive 85.71% of its services on this route arrive on time.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between RUH and MNL:
Dubai Airport
King Fahd International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight is Rs65,331. A round-trip fare is currently Rs129,405. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To secure cheap tickets from RUH to MNL, book your journey five months ahead of your departure date.
April is the cheapest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from RUH to MNL.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from King Khaled International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
King Khaled International Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from RUH arrive on schedule 86.76% of the time.
Central Riyadh to King Khaled International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to RUH:
Arriving at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a King Khaled International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MNL instead:
Follow your own route with a Ninoy Aquino International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Europcar and find adventure across Manila and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Ninoy Aquino International Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Ninoy Aquino International Airport to central Manila has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The quietest month for a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Manila based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport for April if you'd like to visit Manila during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 35ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 30ºC. Look for cheap tickets from RUH to MNL around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Philippines
Manila has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Philippines you'll want to see. 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.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Philippines, consider Taguig, roughly 13 kilometres south-east of Manila. Sib Plants, Philippine Science Heritage Centre or Salinlahi Museum and BGC Astronaut Mural are key highlights.