Travelling from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Washington DC: what you need to know
Washington DC is 12 hours behind Manila, where Ninoy Aquino International Airport is located. Washington DC operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from MNL to Washington DC.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for flights from MNL to Washington DC, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
To travel to United States for tourism purposes, you will need an embassy visa if you have a passport from Philippines. However, visa rules can change and you may need further documentation depending on the purpose and length of your stay. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Washington DC.
Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Manila, MNL can be reached in about 34 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 16 minutes.
Have an early flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Washington DC? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to MNL:
How to find the cheapest flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Washington DC
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Washington DC is $788. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,415. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from MNL to Washington DC, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Washington DC is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC is about 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 43 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Washington DC, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near DCA:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The centre of Washington DC is located around 56 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Once your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Washington DC has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 51 minutes.
The trip will take roughly 3 hours and 26 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to drop your things at near IAD. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from MNL to Washington DC at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Washington DC
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Washington DC. July is the busiest month to travel to Washington DC. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Before locking in your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Washington DC, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap flights from MNL to Washington DC sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Washington DC
Start your Washington DC trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Washington DC, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
White House Historical Association and The White House are a couple of major attractions to put on your Washington DC travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at National Mall.
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