Flying from Mexico City to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Mexico City. Explore your options departing from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU) when planning your flight from Mexico City to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL).
The timezone in Manila is UTC+8, which is 14 hours ahead of Mexico City. Ninoy Aquino International Airport is located in Manila.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Mexico City to MNL. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing flights from Mexico City to MNL leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
From central Mexico City, MEX is around 5 miles away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to work out the best way to get there.
In search of a handy hotel near Benito Juarez International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Mexico City to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Mexico City to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these stops between Santa Lucia Air Force Base and MNL:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
You can arrive at NLU from the centre of Mexico City in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 46 minutes to travel the 25 miles or so.
Relax before your flight from Mexico City to MNL by checking in to a hotel close to Santa Lucia Air Force Base. Verticca Hotel is one option where you can wake up and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
About Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Mexico City to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near MNL:
Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Ninoy Aquino International Airport is approximately 8 miles from the centre of Manila. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 34 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 16 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Ninoy Aquino International Airport is £455. The cheapest price for a return flight is £880. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from Mexico City to MNL, book early. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap tickets from Mexico City to Ninoy Aquino International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across each month and land a great deal.
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Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Mexico City to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Mexico City to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
July is the busiest month for flights from Mexico City to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Manila in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Manila is April, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your flights from Mexico City to MNL in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 30ºC. Search for cheap flights from Mexico City to Ninoy Aquino International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Manila
Start your Manila trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Rizal Park and National Museum of Fine Arts are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Manila to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Fort Santiago.
Complete your Manila trip with a car rental
Once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Mexico City to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, the next step is choosing one of our car rentals in Manila. Explore the exclusive deals and instantly compare options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.
