Flying from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know
The timezone in Manila is UTC+8, which is 12 hours ahead of Washington DC.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your DCA to MNL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak month such as February? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between DCA and MNL include:
Pearson International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
$894 is currently the best price for a one-way Ronald Reagan National Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. Return flights start from $1,692. These fares can change depending on demand.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from DCA to MNL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from DCA to MNL.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
Handy information about Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
The address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Washington DC to Ronald Reagan National Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to DCA:
Arriving at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Ronald Reagan National Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MNL instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Ninoy Aquino International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Manila and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Ninoy Aquino International Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Ninoy Aquino International Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from central Manila. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
April is the busiest month for flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Manila in February.
The warmest month in Manila is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DCA to MNL in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Philippines
Manila has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Philippines you'll want to see. About 8 kilometres north-east of Manila, a visit to Quezon City will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Pinky Spikes, Province and GEE’s SPOT GARDEN by Gerard.
Taguig is another well-known destination 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.