Flying from Washington DC to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): What you need to know
The timezone in Manila is UTC+8, which is 13 hours ahead of Washington DC. Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport is located in Manila.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Washington DC to MNL.
July is a popular time to fly out. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like Christmas, show up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Washington DC to MNL. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
DCA is about 6 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Washington DC to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 71% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Break up your flight from Washington DC to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Top stopovers between Washington Dulles International Airport and MNL are:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
You can get to IAD from the centre of Washington DC in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to MNL flight:
Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights departing from this airport arrive on time.
The street address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
You can book a plane ticket from Washington DC to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) with one or more stops leaving from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI). Here are some of the most common stopovers between BWI and MNL:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The journey to BWI from central Washington DC is around 50 minutes by public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 40 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Washington DC to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Baltimore Washington International Airport and get to your check-in counter without rushing:
Flights that leave from BWI land at their destination as scheduled 77% of the time.
About Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Book a hotel close to MNL if you have a late flight from Washington DC to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Get the best deal by reserving your ride around four weeks before your Washington DC 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 reach the city centre by car.
It takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport is $864. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,718. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from Washington DC to MNL, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Washington DC to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
December is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL), while January is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Manila based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Washington DC to MNL plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Manila, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 35ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 30ºC.
More about Manila
Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Manila:
There are loads of fantastic things to do in Manila when you're ready to see the sights. Kick off your itinerary at Martyrdom of Dr. Jose P. Rizal followed by Manila Cathedral and Rizal Park.
Explore more of the Philippines
Manila has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of the Philippines waiting to be explored. Around 209 kilometres north of Manila, a trip to Baguio will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Botanical Garden, Camp John Hay and Sky Ranch Baguio.
If you want to check out another major destination in the Philippines, consider Naga, about 257 kilometres east of Manila. Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto Farm, Basilica of Our Lady of Penafrancia and Museo ni Jesse Robredo are among its highlights.