Travelers Guide To Manila Airport
Everything you need to know to make your experience easy and hassle free
Welcome to an unofficial but (awesome) guide to NAIA Manila Airport!
Just like you, we love travelling to the Philippines, which means we need to pass through Manila Airport to reach amazing destinations such as Boracay, El Nido or Coron (just to name a few). It can be hard to find all the information you need to know, so we’ve done the research (and constantly checking for new information) and put together guides to make it easy for you to find the information you are looking for.
First thing to know is that there are 4 terminals at Manila Airport, which are located approximately 2-5km apart. The best way to transfer between terminals it to catch an airport terminal transfer bus, taxi or grab (Asia’s answer to Uber).
We DO NOT recommend walking as there is no dedicated walking path and it can get so very humid during the day. Its important to know if you are transiting through the different terminals to to allow at least 4-5 hours between flights. Not all the terminals have the same facilities so we’ve put together some passenger information on each terminals so you can see what facilities are available:
Whether you are looking for a Manila airport lounge to relax in before or between flights, a great hotel near the airport or looking for airport transfers or rent a car, we have put together helpful guides to help you make plans before you arrive.
Airport Lounges
Our updated 2024 guide covers all you need to know about the different lounges available at Manila Airport
Hotels Near Manila Airport
Manila is a popular stopover destination for many tourists, check out this article to find the perfect Hotel near Manila Airport for you.
Manila Airport Transfers
A private airport transfer is one of the most convenient options when travelling to and from Manila Airport.
Rent a Car at Manila Airport
Prefer to drive yourself? Check out this article to learn about how to hire a car at Manila Airport.
Frequently Asked Questions about Manila Airport
Which terminal is the international at Manila Airport?
International flights depart from both Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 at Ninoy Aquino Manila Airport. See below list of airlines operating out of each terminal. As terminals may change, please confirm with your airline which terminal your flight is scheduled to depart from/arrive to.
International Airlines operating at Terminal 1
- Air China (CA)
- Air Niugini (PX)
- Asiana Airlines (OZ)
- China Airlines (CI)
- China Eastern Airlines (MU)
- Eva Air (BR)
- Hong Kong Airlines (HX)
- Japan Airlines (JL)
- Korean Air (KE)
- Kuwait Airways (KU)
- Malaysia Airlines (MH)
- Oman Air (WY)
- Philippine Airlines (PR)
- Royal Air (RW)
- Royal Brunei Airlines (BI)
- Saudia Airlines (SV)
- Xiamen Air (MF)
- Zipair (ZG)
International Airlines operating at Terminal 3
- AERO-K Airlines (RK)
- Air Asia (Z2) / (AK)
- All Nippon Airways (NH)
- Cathay Pacific (CX)
- Cebu Pacific (5J)
- China Southern Airlines (CZ)
- Emirates (EK)
- Ethiopian Airlines (ET)
- Etihad Airways (EY)
- Gulf Air (GF)
- Hong Kong Express Airways (UO)
- Jeju Air (7C)
- Jetstar Asia Airways (3K)
- Jetstar Japan (GK)
- KLM Royal Dutch Airlines (KL)
- Qantas (QF)
- Qatar Airways (QR)
- Scoot (TR)
- Singapore Airlines (SQ)
- Thai Airways (TG)
- Turkish Airlines (TK)
- United Airlines (UA)
Which Terminal is the Domestic at Manila Airport
Domestic flights depart from both Terminal 2, 3 & 4 at Ninoy Aquino Manila Airport. See below list of airlines operating out terminals 2 & 4. The only domestic flights operating out of Terminal 3 are Cebu Pacific flights.
As terminals may change, please confirm with your airline which terminal your flight is scheduled to depart from/arrive to.
International Airlines operating at Terminal 2
- Philipines AirAsia (Z2)
- Philippine Airlines (PR) / PAL Express (2P)
- Royal Air (RW)
International Airlines operating at Terminal 4
- Airswift (T6)
- Cebgo (DG)
- Sunlight (2R)
Are Terminals 1, 2, 3 & 4 Connected at Manila Airport?
No the terminals are not connected. They are located 2-5km apart with no dedicated walkway between them and as such we do not recommend walking. We recommend taking the airport transfer bus, a taxi or grab to transfer between terminals. Be sure to allow plenty of time between flights.
How many airports at there in Manila Philippines?
There is one airport in Manila. This is the Ninoy Aquino International Airport and is located in Pasay City, Metro Manila. This airport services both international and domestic flights.
The next closest airport is Clark International Airport, located in Angeles City which is about 100km away from Metro Manila.
How do I contact Ninoy Aquino International Airport?
- Phone: +63 288 771 109
- Official Website: https://www.miaa.gov.ph/
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