Travelling from Johannesburg to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): What you need to know
Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport is located in Manila. The city follows the UTC+8 timezone and is six hours ahead of Johannesburg.
To ensure you get on your flight from Johannesburg to MNL, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Popular months like April or other peak periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Johannesburg
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Johannesburg to MNL. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
JNB is about 26 kilometres from central Johannesburg. 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 using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Johannesburg to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these stays close to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport:
75% of flights taking off from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
HLA is around 40 kilometres from central Johannesburg. It'll take 45 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Lanseria International Airport the day before your Johannesburg to MNL flight:
About Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Have a late flight from Johannesburg to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near MNL and get cosy, quick:
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Johannesburg to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Manila. It takes around 30 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
$745 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport. A return flight starts at $1,219. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Johannesburg to MNL if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
December is the quietest month for flights from Johannesburg to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL), while January is the busiest. Figure out the best time to visit Manila based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Johannesburg 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.
January has temperatures of between 21ºC and 30ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Johannesburg to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Manila
After booking your flight from Johannesburg to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Manila:
Your visit to Manila wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions you can't miss include Martyrdom of Dr. Jose P. Rizal, Manila Cathedral and Rizal Park.
Explore more of the Philippines
Baguio is just one of the many cities in the Philippines waiting to be explored after you've seen Manila. Around 209 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Botanical Garden, Camp John Hay and Sky Ranch Baguio.
If you want to check out another great destination in the Philippines, head for Naga, about 257 kilometres east of Manila. Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto Farm, Basilica of Our Lady of Penafrancia and Museo ni Jesse Robredo are among the biggest draws.