Flying from Colombo to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know
Planning your trip starts with working out where you'll leave from in Colombo. Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Colombo to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) taking off from here.
Manila is 2 hours 30 minutes ahead of Colombo. Ninoy Aquino International Airport is located in Manila, which operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Colombo to MNL.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're traveling during high season in general.
Airports in Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
We make it a cinch to plan a flight from Colombo to MNL with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between CMB and MNL include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
From the center of Colombo, CMB is approximately 32 kilometers away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Catching an early flight from Colombo to Ninoy Aquino International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near Bandaranaike International Airport:
About Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Colombo to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MNL instead:
Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Ninoy Aquino International Airport to the center of Manila is about 34 minutes by car. It's approximately 13 kilometers away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
Getting to the center by public transport typically takes 1 hour and 16 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
For a one-way ticket from Colombo to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, $157 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip from just $274. These are the lowest fares right now and may differ depending on availability.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from Colombo to MNL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your ticket from Colombo to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
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The best time to fly from Colombo to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Colombo to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. July is the most popular month to travel to Manila. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Manila. April is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Colombo to MNL during then and you can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 35ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 30ºC. Look for cheap flights from Colombo to Ninoy Aquino International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Manila
Once you've booked your flight from Colombo to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Manila:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Rizal Park, National Museum of Fine Arts and Fort Santiago are attractions you won't want to skip in Manila.
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