Q: Can I fly back to New Zealand from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl?

Returning to New Zealand from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl COVID-19 testing requirements Visitors from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering New Zealand. Quarantine requirements Visitors from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl are not required to quarantine after entering New Zealand.

Q: What is the cheapest month to fly to Manila?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Manila . Flying to Manila in December will prove the most costly. There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Question 1

When is the best time to book a flight to Manila?

Accepted Answer

Booking 60 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Manila. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Question 2

Which day is cheapest to fly to Manila?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest day to fly to Manila is usually Wednesday. At the moment, Sunday is the most expensive.

Question 3

What time of day is cheapest to fly to Manila?

Accepted Answer

At the moment, flights in the morning are likely to offer the best value for money for your Manila trip. A flight in the afternoon will more often than not be of higher cost.

Question 4

What airport do you fly into for flights to Manila?

Accepted Answer

Travellers will need to book flights to Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) if they wish to fly to Manila. The Manila airport is 10.9 km from the city centre.

Question 5

Can I fly back to New Zealand from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl?

Accepted Answer

Returning to New Zealand from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering New Zealand.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl are not required to quarantine after entering New Zealand.

Question 6

Can I fly to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl from New Zealand right now?

Accepted Answer

Information is based on travel restrictions from New Zealand to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Most visitors from New Zealand need to provide a negative COVID-19 test result and/or quarantine to enter Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl.

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from New Zealand must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) or Antigen (quick-test) test taken 48 hours for RT-PCR (NAAT) and 24 hours for Antigen (quick-test) before departing to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from New Zealand are not required to quarantine after entering Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl.

Question 7

What is the cheapest month to fly to Manila?

Accepted Answer

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Manila. Flying to Manila in December will prove the most costly. There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Question 8

How long is the flight﻿ to Manila?

Accepted Answer

The flight times that you should expect to Manila Ninoy Aquino International (MNL), Manila, from cities in New Zealand are going to be somewhat different based upon your departure point and the number of stops you will need to make along the way. From Auckland International (AKL) to Manila, Philippines, you should expect a flight time around 16h 50min, and from Christchurch (CHC), your trip time will be about 16h 10min. From Wellington (WLG), you should expect a travel time of about 19h 45min.

Question 9

Can you fly directly to Manila?

Accepted Answer

While it is unfortunate that there are no direct flights from cities in New Zealand to Manila, there are still some great Manila flight deals that you can find to help you make this trip. There’s a two stop flight that departs from Wellington and has layovers at Christchurch and Singapore Changi (SIN), or you can also take this flight departing from Christchurch with a single layover point at Singapore Changi. From Auckland International, there is also a one stop flight with a layover at Singapore Changi.

Question 10

How do I travel to the city centre from Manila Airport?

Accepted Answer

Once you arrive at the airport, you are going to find a couple of great options to get you from the airport to the centre of the city. There is an airport bus operated by UBE Express, which makes the trip to downtown from the airport in about 26min for a cost of around ₱ 124 (NZ$ 3.50). If you would prefer to travel by taxi, you can make the trip in one of the many taxis you will find at the airport to the centre of the city in roughly 16mins for a cost of around ₱ 249 (NZ$ 7.15).

Question 11

What are some things to see and do while I am in Manila?

Accepted Answer

A very popular destination for tourists and locals alike in this area is Rizal Park, a very large park that is a great place to take an afternoon stroll, plus there are several events that occur here throughout the year. The National Museum of the Philippines offers visitors an extensive collection of artwork from throughout the world, while the San Agustin Church is a great example of 16th-century architecture; there is also a museum inside of the church that gives a detailed history of this location and all that has occurred inside of the walls. The Casa Manila is a museum offering a history of the Philippine nation, plus there are several restaurants and cafes in this area that are a great place to spend an afternoon.

Question 12

What are the visa and passport requirements to fly to the airport in Manila?

Accepted Answer

As a citizen of New Zealand that wants to visit Manila, Philippines, you will need to have a valid passport to enter the country. If you are travelling as a tourist and you do not plan to stay in the Philippines for more than 30 days, you will not need a visa to travel here.

Popular in	September	High demand for flights, 16% potential price rise
Cheapest in	June	Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average price	$2,544	Average for return flights in August 2022
Return from	$1,148	From Auckland Intl to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
One-way from	$669	One-way flight from Auckland Intl (AKL) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL)

Cheap flights to Manila

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