Travelling from Brussels International Airport (BRU) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL): what you need to know
Manila's timezone is UTC+8, making Manila seven hours ahead of Brussels.
To ensure you get on your BRU to MNL flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Brussels International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between BRU and MNL include:
Istanbul Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels International Airport (BRU) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
$436 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Brussels International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight. A return flight starts at $810. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from BRU to MNL, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Brussels International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Brussels International Airport (BRU)
Of the flights that depart from Brussels International Airport, 75% touch down on time at their destination.
Brussels International Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 20 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near BRU? If you're boarding an early flight from Brussels International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Brussels International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MNL instead:
Grab a Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport rental car and explore Manila and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Europcar are leading providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport around four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Manila. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
The quietest month for a flight from Brussels International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport is September, while May is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Manila based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Brussels International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport for May if you want to explore Manila during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BRU to MNL in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of the Philippines
Quezon City is just one of the many cities in the Philippines waiting to be explored after you've seen Manila. Around 8 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Botanical Garden & Arboretum, Christ the King and Art in Island.
Around 13 kilometres south-east of Manila, Taguig is another favourite stop in the Philippines. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at The Mind Museum, Metropolitan Museum of Manila - BGC and One Bonifacio High Street Park.