Travelling from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know
The timezone in Manila is UTC+8, which is 12 hours ahead of San Juan.
Your SJU to MNL flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Pick a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. John F. Kennedy International Airport is a top stopover on the SJU to MNL route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Rs183,113 is the best price for a one-way Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs321,777. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from SJU to MNL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your flight from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
Handy information about Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Luis Munoz Marin International Airport, data shows 73.65% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport from central San Juan, it takes around 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport will take about 55 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near SJU? If you're boarding an early flight from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MNL instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Ninoy Aquino International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Europcar to explore Manila and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride 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 the centre of Manila has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Manila. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Manila is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your flights from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 30ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SJU to MNL around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
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