Travelling from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know
The timezone in Manila is UTC+8, which is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Kolkata.
To ensure you get on your CCU to MNL flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between CCU and MNL include:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Right now, $266 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $479. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from CCU to MNL, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
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Handy information about Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, 75.9% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Kolkata to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near CCU:
Arriving at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MNL instead:
Pick up a Ninoy Aquino International Airport rental car and discover Manila and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Europcar are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Ninoy Aquino International Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
From Ninoy Aquino International Airport, Manila is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Manila. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Manila is April, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CCU to MNL sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Philippines
Manila has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Philippines just waiting to be explored. Around 8 kilometres north-east of Manila, a visit to Quezon City will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Pinky Spikes, Province and GEE’s SPOT GARDEN by Gerard.
Taguig is another essential stop in Philippines and is around 13 kilometres south-east of Manila. No trip is complete without dropping by Sib Plants, Philippine Science Heritage Centre or Salinlahi Museum and BGC Astronaut Mural.