Traveling from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know
The timezone in Manila is UTC+8, which is five hours behind Wellington.
To ensure you catch your WLG to MNL flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Traveling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
$346 is the best price for a one-way Wellington International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $745. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from WLG to MNL, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Wellington International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from WLG to MNL.
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Handy information about Wellington International Airport (WLG)
When it comes to Wellington International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72.62% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Wellington to Wellington International Airport is around 8 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near WLG. Whether you're catching an early flight from Wellington International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Wellington International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MNL instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Ninoy Aquino International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Europcar to explore Manila and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Ninoy Aquino International Airport about four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Ninoy Aquino International Airport is approximately 8 miles from central Manila. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
When to fly to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
April is the busiest month for flights from Wellington International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Manila in February.
Lock in your flight from Wellington International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport for April if you want to go to Manila during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 73ºF and 95ºF.
Search for cheap tickets from WLG to MNL in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 70ºF and 86ºF on average.
Explore more of Philippines
Manila has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Philippines you'll want to see. Around 5 miles north-east of Manila, a visit to Quezon City will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Pinky Spikes, Province and GEE’s SPOT GARDEN by Gerard.
Taguig is another favorite destination in Philippines and is around 8 miles south-east of Manila. No journey is complete without experiencing Sib Plants, Philippine Science Heritage Center or Salinlahi Museum and BGC Astronaut Mural.