Travelling from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know
Manila is five hours ahead of Istanbul and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your SAW to MNL flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between SAW and MNL:
Kuwait International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
At the moment, $395 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $926. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from SAW to MNL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
Picking up cheap flights from SAW to MNL is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
Handy information about Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Of all flights leaving Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, 76.93% land on time at their destination.
To get to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport from central Istanbul, it takes about 55 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 30 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to SAW:
Arriving at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
If you have a late Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near MNL:
Grab a Ninoy Aquino International Airport rental car and discover Manila and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Europcar are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Ninoy Aquino International Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Ninoy Aquino International Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from central Manila. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The quietest month for a flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport is February, while April is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Manila based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Manila is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from SAW to MNL in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Philippines
Manila is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Philippines just waiting to be discovered. About 8 kilometres north-east of Manila, a trip to Quezon City will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Pinky Spikes, Province and GEE’s SPOT GARDEN by Gerard.
Taguig is another standout destination in Philippines and is around 13 kilometres south-east of Manila. No journey is complete without experiencing Sib Plants, Philippine Science Heritage Centre or Salinlahi Museum and BGC Astronaut Mural.