Flying from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL): what you need to know
Manila's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Manila eight hours ahead of London.
Give yourself enough time to catch your STN to MNL flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you'd love to check out a different city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Stansted Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport is a well-known stop between STN and MNL.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way London Stansted Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight is Rs83,972. A round-trip fare is currently Rs165,704. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from STN to MNL if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for a flight from London Stansted Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport.
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Handy information about London Stansted Airport (STN)
London Stansted Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart STN arrive at their destination without delay.
Central London to London Stansted Airport is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel near STN? If you're boarding an early flight from London Stansted Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a London Stansted Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MNL instead:
Grab a Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport rental car and explore Manila and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Europcar are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) to central Manila
From Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, Manila is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
May is the busiest month for flights from London Stansted Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Manila in September.
The warmest month in Manila is May, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 35ºC. Book your flights from London Stansted Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from STN to MNL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 30ºC on average.
Explore more of the Philippines
You've visited Manila, now it's time to explore other parts of the Philippines. Journey around 8 kilometres north-east to Quezon City to tick off its top attractions. From Botanical Garden & Arboretum to Christ the King and Art in Island, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 13 kilometres south-east of Manila, Taguig is another favourite stop in the Philippines. No visit is complete without checking out The Mind Museum, Metropolitan Museum of Manila - BGC and One Bonifacio High Street Park.