Flying from Chicago to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): What you need to know
The timezone in Manila is UTC+8, which is 14 hours ahead of Chicago. Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport is located in Manila.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Chicago to MNL.
July is a busy month for air travel. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like Christmas or Thanksgiving, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Chicago to MNL with a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between ORD and MNL include:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
ORD is around 27 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just the thing:
70% of flights that take off from Chicago O'Hare International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Turn your flight into part of the adventure with a stopover on your flight from Chicago to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Check out these connections between Chicago Midway International Airport and MNL:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 16 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to MNL flight:
76% of flights leaving Chicago Midway International Airport arrive according to schedule.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
When organising your plane ticket from Chicago to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) out of Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD), you can choose from a few stopover options. Consider making a detour to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), one of the most popular transit hubs on this route.
RFD is around 145 kilometres from central Chicago. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, you can expect a journey of around 2 hours.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll get to your boarding gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Chicago to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight:
The on-time performance record of RFD is 71%. To put it simply, that's how often flights that depart this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Have a late flight from Chicago to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near MNL and fast-forward to bedtime:
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Chicago to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Central Manila is around 11 kilometres from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Right now, $818 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,469. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Chicago to MNL. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Chicago to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport tickets across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding the best time to fly. December is the quietest month to visit Manila. January is when most people book flights from Chicago to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
Book a Chicago to MNL plane ticket departing in May if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Manila to range from 24ºC to 35ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport in January when temperatures are between 21ºC and 30ºC.
More about Manila
After booking your flight from Chicago to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Manila:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Martyrdom of Dr. Jose P. Rizal, Manila Cathedral and Rizal Park are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Manila itinerary.
Explore more of the Philippines
You've seen Manila, now it's time to discover other corners of the Philippines. Travel about 209 kilometres north to Baguio to tick off its leading attractions. From Botanical Garden to Camp John Hay and Sky Ranch Baguio, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in the Philippines, consider Naga, roughly 257 kilometres east of Manila. Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto Farm, Basilica of Our Lady of Penafrancia and Museo ni Jesse Robredo are key highlights.