Flying from Tokyo to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): What you need to know
Tokyo is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Tokyo to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) taking off from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) or Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT).
Expect to be in the air for 4 hours 50 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Tokyo to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight.
Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport is located in Manila. The city operates on the UTC+8 timezone and is one hour behind Tokyo.
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) is the most popular route. There are 28 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer to head out later, hop on the last flight with Philippine Airlines at 3:20pm. Choose the first HND to MNL departure with Philippine Airlines at 1:15am if you'd rather get a move on.
Your flight from Tokyo to MNL won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a popular month such as March? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Tokyo to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) operate out of this terminal.
Leading airlines that have direct flights from Tokyo to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport leaving from HND include:
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with Philippine Airlines between HND and MNL.
ANA (All Nippon Airways) sets the standard for punctuality. A reliable 84.44% of its departures on this route reach their destination on schedule.
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Tokyo to MNL with a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between HND and MNL include:
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
HND is around 19 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Tokyo Haneda International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Tokyo to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Tokyo Haneda International Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
You can book a direct Tokyo to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) plane ticket with departures from Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT). Work out whether leaving from NRT works best for your plans.
When leaving from NRT, there's a good mix of airlines that fly nonstop to your destination. Take to the skies on a direct flight from Tokyo to MNL with one of these:
On the NRT to MNL route, Philippine Airlines is the airline most travellers rely on.
ANA (All Nippon Airways) ranks as the most punctual carrier operating flights between Tokyo Narita International Airport and Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
Check a new destination off your list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Tokyo to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport, here's where you can stop when leaving from Tokyo Narita International Airport:
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
Nagoya Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Tokyo to NRT in about 1 hour. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Tokyo to MNL flight? Unwind in a hotel near Tokyo Narita International Airport before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Tokyo Narita International Airport has an on-time performance of 73%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
NRT is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
About Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Reserve a hotel close to MNL if you're catching a late flight from Tokyo to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Settle into one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Tokyo to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Manila. It takes around 30 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
At the moment, ₹ 7,558 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 17,065. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book five months before you want to travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Tokyo to MNL.
The best month for scoring cheap Tokyo to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from Tokyo to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
January is when most people book flights from Tokyo to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL). Visit Manila in December if you prefer a quieter experience.
Lock in a Tokyo to MNL plane ticket departing in May if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Manila to range from 24ºC to 35ºC.
January has temperatures of between 21ºC and 30ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Tokyo to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Manila
Start your Manila trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Martyrdom of Dr. Jose P. Rizal and Manila Cathedral are a couple of major attractions to add to your Manila must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Rizal Park.
Explore more of the Philippines
Baguio is just one of the many places in the Philippines waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Manila. Around 209 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Botanical Garden, Camp John Hay and Sky Ranch Baguio.
If there's time to check out another side of the Philippines, head for Naga, roughly 257 kilometres east of Manila. Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto Farm, Basilica of Our Lady of Penafrancia and Museo ni Jesse Robredo are among the biggest draws.