Flying from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL): what you need to know
The timezone in Manila is UTC+8, which is seven hours ahead of Madrid.
To ensure you catch your MAD to MNL flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Madrid Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MAD and MNL:
Istanbul Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
$570 is currently the best price for a one-way Madrid Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight. A return flight starts at $1,058. These fares can change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from MAD to MNL, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Madrid Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)
77% of flights departing from Madrid Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Madrid Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Madrid. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near MAD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Madrid Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Madrid Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MNL instead:
Pick up a Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport rental car and discover Manila and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Europcar are popular outlets you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport around four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Manila. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
May is the busiest month for flights from Madrid Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Manila in September.
Before locking in your flight from Madrid Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Manila, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 35ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MAD to MNL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC and 30ºC on average.
Explore more of the Philippines
Quezon City is just one of the many places in the Philippines waiting to be explored once you've seen Manila. Around 8 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Botanical Garden & Arboretum, Christ the King and Art in Island.
Around 13 kilometres south-east of Manila, Taguig is another favourite stop in the Philippines. Start your sightseeing at The Mind Museum, Metropolitan Museum of Manila - BGC and One Bonifacio High Street Park.