Travelling from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL): what you need to know
The timezone in Manila is UTC+8, which is seven hours ahead of Amsterdam.
Your AMS to MNL flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as September, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between AMS and MNL include:
Hong Kong Intl Airport
Hamad International Airport
Xiamen Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight is $419. A round-trip ticket is currently $743. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from AMS to MNL, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from AMS to MNL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
75% of flights that take off from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Amsterdam. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 20 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to AMS:
Arriving at Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MNL instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Europcar and chase adventure across Manila and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport about four weeks before you set off.
When to fly to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport. May is the busiest month to head to Manila. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in September.
Lock in your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport for May if you'd like to go to Manila during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from AMS to MNL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of the Philippines
Manila is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the Philippines waiting to be discovered. About 8 kilometres north-east of Manila, a trip to Quezon City will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Botanical Garden & Arboretum, Christ the King and Art in Island.
Taguig is another essential stop in the Philippines and is around 13 kilometres south-east of Manila. No trip is complete without visiting The Mind Museum, Metropolitan Museum of Manila - BGC and One Bonifacio High Street Park.