Travelling from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know
Manila's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Manila two hours 12 minutes ahead of Kathmandu.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your KTM to MNL flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Tribhuvan International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between KTM and MNL include:
Hong Kong International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
₹ 17,298 is the best price for a one-way Tribhuvan International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. A return flight starts at ₹ 36,349. These prices may change depending on demand.
To find cheap tickets from KTM to MNL, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across the month when looking for your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
Handy information about Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
To reach Tribhuvan International Airport from central Kathmandu, it takes about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near KTM. Whether you're catching an early flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
If you're landing on a late Tribhuvan International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near MNL:
Grab a Ninoy Aquino International Airport rental car and discover Manila and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Europcar are leading providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Ninoy Aquino International Airport about four weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Ninoy Aquino International Airport to the centre of Manila has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The quietest month for a flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Manila based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport for April if you want to explore Manila during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 35ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from KTM to MNL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC and 30ºC on average.
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