Travelling from Changi International Airport (SIN) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Changi International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 50 minutes.
Singapore and Manila are in the same timezone, UTC+8.
Flights from SIN to MNL start at 00:30 — the earliest with Philippine Airlines. The last service of the day is at 21:05 with Philippine Airlines. In total, there are 619 weekly Changi International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your SIN to MNL flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
There are plenty of direct flights from Changi International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, so getting to Manila (and then seeing more of Philippines!) is a breeze. Popular airlines that fly nonstop include:
Jetstar Asia is the top choice for travellers on this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers SIN to MNL flights is Philippine Airlines. Its services land as scheduled 70.31% of the time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Changi International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between SIN and MNL:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Tan Son Nhat International Airport
Mactan-Cebu International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Changi International Airport (SIN) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Right now, Rs22,725 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Changi International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs31,788. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from SIN to MNL, book your trip six months ahead of your departure date.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Changi International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SIN to MNL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Changi International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
Handy information about Changi International Airport (SIN)
68.95% of flights departing from Changi International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Singapore to Changi International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Changi International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near SIN:
Arriving at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Book a hotel close to MNL if you're taking a late Changi International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Ninoy Aquino International Airport rental car and discover Manila and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Europcar are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Ninoy Aquino International Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Ninoy Aquino International Airport to the centre of Manila has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Changi International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Manila. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Manila is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your flights from Changi International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 30ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SIN to MNL sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Philippines
Quezon City is just one of the many cities in Philippines waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Manila. Around 8 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Pinky Spikes, Province and GEE’s SPOT GARDEN by Gerard.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Philippines, head for Taguig, about 13 kilometres south-east of Manila. Sib Plants, Philippine Science Heritage Centre or Salinlahi Museum and BGC Astronaut Mural are among its highlights.