Travelling from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA): what you need to know
The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-5, which is 13 hours behind Manila.
To ensure you catch your MNL to DCA flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like May. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between MNL and DCA:
Los Angeles International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Toronto Pearson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
$950 is the best price for a one-way Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport flight. Return flights start from $1,549. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap tickets from MNL to DCA, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
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Handy information about Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
72% of flights leaving from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Manila to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Have an early flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near MNL:
Arriving at Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
Reserve a hotel near DCA if you're on a late Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Washington Ronald Reagan Airport rental car and discover Washington DC and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Sixt and Dollar are top outlets you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport around four weeks before you set off.
When to fly to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
August is the most popular month for flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Washington DC in March.
Lock in your flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport for July if you want to go to Washington DC during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MNL to DCA in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 10ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
New York is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC, Philadelphia is another essential stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.