Travelling from Taipei to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Taipei. Check out your options leaving from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) or Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) when reserving your flight from Taipei to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL).
Approximately 2 hours 21 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Taipei to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
Taipei and Manila (where Ninoy Aquino International Airport is located) share the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch once you arrive.
The most popular route is from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL), with 137 direct services every week. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from TPE to MNL is the 01:40 Philippines AirAsia option. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 22:50 with China Airlines.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Taipei to MNL.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Taipei to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) operate out of this terminal.
Multiple airlines at TPE operate direct flights from Taipei to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. They include:
The distance from central Taipei to TPE is about 48 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the best route, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
Want a leisurely start to your vacation? Stay near Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Taipei to Ninoy Aquino International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Prefer to leave from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)? You can reserve a direct flight from Taipei to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) departing from this hub.
Multiple airlines offer direct flights from Taipei to MNL departing from TSA. Book your favourite seat with any of these carriers and you'll get there before you realize it:
Maximize your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Taipei to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever you want to do, check out these options between Taipei Songshan Airport and MNL:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Macau International Airport (MFM)
Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
You can get to TSA from central Taipei in approximately 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to travel the 6 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Taipei to MNL? Relax in a hotel near Taipei Songshan Airport before your break officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
About Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Taipei to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MNL instead:
Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Ninoy Aquino International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Manila. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 34 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 16 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
C$58 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Taipei to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Return flights start from C$114. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
You're more likely to score flight tickets from Taipei to MNL when you book 4 months before takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares for this journey are typically at their lowest.
January is the cheapest month for tickets from Taipei to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Taipei to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Taipei to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. July is the busiest month to travel to Manila. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Taipei to MNL for April if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Manila to range from 23ºC to 35ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 30ºC. Search for cheap flights from Taipei to Ninoy Aquino International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Manila
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Manila right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Taipei to Ninoy Aquino International Airport:
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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