Flying from Seattle to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): What you need to know
Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Seattle. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Seattle to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) taking off from here.
Book a direct Seattle to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 13 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Manila is UTC+8, which is 16 hours ahead of Seattle. Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport is located in Manila.
Choose from 5 direct flights every week between Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL). This is the most popular route, with Philippine Airlines offering a 11:35pm departure from SEA to MNL.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Seattle to MNL.
With more people on the move during busy months like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like July Fourth.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Take the express route from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Nonstop flights from Seattle to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) can be booked from here.
When leaving from SEA, you can catch a direct flight from Seattle to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport with Philippine Airlines.
The top choice among passengers flying between SEA and MNL is Philippine Airlines.
Among carriers on this route, Philippine Airlines has the best record for on-time arrivals.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Seattle to MNL departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Travelling from central Seattle to SEA takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Seattle to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from SEA touch down on schedule 80% of the time.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
PAE is around 40 kilometres from central Seattle. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Seattle to MNL flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Seattle Paine Field International Airport:
The majority of flights that leave Seattle Paine Field International Airport touch down at their destination as expected. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 80%.
About Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MNL if you're catching a late flight from Seattle to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
For the best deal, book your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Seattle to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight.
Getting from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
From Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport, central Manila is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport is $737. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,183. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Seattle to MNL by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
October is when you're most likely to land a fantastic deal on a Seattle to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport ticket. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Seattle to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL). January is when most people travel to Manila. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in December.
Book a Seattle to MNL plane ticket departing in May if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Manila to range from 24ºC to 35ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 21ºC and 30ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Manila
After booking your flight from Seattle to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Manila:
Martyrdom of Dr. Jose P. Rizal and Manila Cathedral are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Manila must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Rizal Park.
Explore more of the Philippines
Baguio is just one of the many cities in the Philippines waiting to be explored once you've seen Manila. Around 209 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Botanical Garden, Camp John Hay and Sky Ranch Baguio.
Naga is another standout destination in the Philippines and is around 257 kilometres east of Manila. No trip is complete without seeing Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto Farm, Basilica of Our Lady of Penafrancia and Museo ni Jesse Robredo.