Flying from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Chicago: what you need to know
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-6. The city is 14 hours behind Manila, where Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your MNL to Chicago flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling over a peak time like January? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore another city. When browsing for plane tickets from MNL to Chicago, 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)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
MNL is about 11 kilometres from central Manila. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near MNL? If you're boarding an early flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Chicago, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport, 72% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Chicago
$853 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Chicago flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $1,487. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from MNL to Chicago if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
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Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to ORD if you're coming in on a late flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Chicago. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Booking your ride from Chicago O'Hare International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from MNL to Chicago can help you lock in the best possible rate.
The street address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Once your flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Chicago has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Chicago is roughly 16 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 30 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near MDW. Settle in and get cosy after your MNL to Chicago flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from MDW four weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
The address for Chicago Midway International Airport is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Step off your flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Chicago and go straight to your hotel or start exploring right away. Central Chicago is around 145 kilometres from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and usually takes 1 hour 40 minutes to reach by car.
The journey will take roughly 2 hours when travelling on public transport.
Enjoy an unhurried start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near RFD after your MNL to Chicago flight. Unwind after a day of travel or just give yourself time to settle into a new destination at:
Booking at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Chicago is a smart way to go. In addition to better deals, you'll be able to choose the vehicle make and model you prefer at RFD.
The street address for Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Chicago. July is the busiest month for a trip to Chicago. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in January.
Lock in a Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Chicago plane ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 16ºC to 28ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MNL to Chicago in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 3ºC.
More about Chicago
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Chicago right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Chicago:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and Willis Tower are popular attractions which should be on any good Chicago itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 451 kilometres southeast of Chicago, a trip to Columbus will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Indianapolis is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 257 kilometres southeast of Chicago. No journey is complete without seeing Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.