Flying from London to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): What you need to know
Manila is eight hours ahead of London. Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport is located in Manila, which follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from London to MNL. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer queues and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from London to MNL. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these airports:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
LHR is about 24 kilometers from central London. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
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Of the flights that depart from London Heathrow Airport, 78% land on schedule at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from London to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Here's where you can connect between London Gatwick Airport and MNL:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
You can arrive at LGW from central London in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 48 kilometers or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your London to MNL flight? Kick back in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Flights from London Gatwick Airport are known for their punctuality, with 82% of them landing on schedule.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Whether just for an hour or two or a handful of days, a stopover can make your entire trip feel a bit less hectic. When flying out of London Stansted Airport (STN), you can book a plane ticket from London to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) with a stop at Dubai International Airport (DXB).
From the center of London, STN is around 56 kilometers away. It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the airport by car and 45 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Make catching an early London to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these hotels near London Stansted Airport and get to your departure gate with time to spare:
STN has an on-time performance rating of 80%. This means the majority of its flights reach their destination as expected and your trip runs like clockwork.
About Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
If you have a late flight from London to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near MNL:
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride around four weeks before your London to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight.
Getting from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
From Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport, central Manila is around 11 kilometers away. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the city center by car.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
AED 1,441 is the best price for a one-way ticket from London to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport. A return flight starts from AED 2,099. These prices can change based on demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from London to MNL. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Affordable London to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from London to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Choose the flight times, carriers and stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to zero in on the cheapest fare fast.
The best time to fly from London to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from London to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL). January is when most people travel to Manila. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, think about going in December.
Before locking in your London to MNL plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Manila, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from London to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Manila
Start your Manila trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from London to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are loads of exciting things to do in Manila when you're in the mood to sightsee. Head straight for Martyrdom of Dr. Jose P. Rizal followed by Manila Cathedral and Rizal Park.
Explore more of the Philippines
You've done Manila, now it's time to explore other corners of the Philippines. Travel around 209 kilometers north to Baguio to check off its top sights. From Botanical Garden to Camp John Hay and Sky Ranch Baguio, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 257 kilometers east of Manila, Naga is another favorite stop in the Philippines. No visit is complete without checking out Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto Farm, Basilica of Our Lady of Penafrancia and Museo ni Jesse Robredo.