Travelling from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know
Manila is 12 hours ahead of Richmond and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your RIC to MNL flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between RIC and MNL:
San Francisco International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
$1,289 is the lowest price for a one-way Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. Return flights start from $2,439. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RIC to MNL if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
RIC is located at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
Of all flights departing from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), 77.63% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) from central Richmond, it takes about 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 2 hours 50 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near RIC:
Arriving at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Reserve a hotel near MNL if you have a late Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Ninoy Aquino International Airport rental car and explore Manila and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Europcar are popular outlets you can book with here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Ninoy Aquino International Airport around four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Ninoy Aquino International Airport to the centre of Manila has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
April is the most popular month for flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Manila in February.
Before locking in your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Manila, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 35ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RIC to MNL in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 30ºC then.
Explore more of Philippines
You've done Manila, now it's time to explore more of Philippines. Journey about 8 kilometres north-east to Quezon City to tick off its top attractions. From Pinky Spikes to Province and GEE’s SPOT GARDEN by Gerard, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 13 kilometres south-east of Manila, Taguig is another essential stop in Philippines. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Sib Plants, Philippine Science Heritage Centre or Salinlahi Museum and BGC Astronaut Mural.