Travelling from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know
9 hours 8 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Manila is 4 hours ahead of Abu Dhabi and operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
Flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport start at 02:40 — the first with Etihad Airways. The latest departure is the 23:45 service with Etihad Airways. In total, you can choose from 22 services every week between AUH and MNL.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Etihad Airways is your gateway to discovering Manila (and maybe even some other great parts of Philippines!). Check out the direct flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport offered by this popular airline.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that appeals to you. The most popular stopovers on the AUH - MNL route are:
Muscat International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
To see if you need a visa to enter Philippines, contact your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll give you the most current information, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from AUH to MNL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
$313 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. A return flight starts from $731. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Score cheap flight tickets from AUH to MNL by booking 10 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Abu Dhabi International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Abu Dhabi. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 28 minutes.
Have an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near AUH:
Arriving at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MNL instead:
Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
From Ninoy Aquino International Airport, Manila is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 34 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour and 16 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The quietest month for a flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Manila based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport for April if you want to visit Manila during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 35ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AUH to MNL in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC and 30ºC then.
More about Manila
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Manila right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from AUH to MNL:
Rizal Park and National Museum of Fine Arts are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Manila itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Fort Santiago.
Complete your Manila trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Ninoy Aquino International Airport — next up is finding a great stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Manila.