Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know
Manila is 12 hours ahead of Detroit and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
Your DTW to MNL flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between DTW and MNL:
Pearson International Airport
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
Incheon International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
$978 is currently the best price for a one-way Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $1,396. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DTW to MNL if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Finding cheap flights from DTW to MNL is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
You'll find DTW at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, 75.1% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Detroit. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Have an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to DTW:
Arriving at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Reserve a hotel near MNL if you're catching a late Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Ninoy Aquino International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Europcar and chase adventure across Manila and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Ninoy Aquino International Airport about four weeks ahead.
Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Ninoy Aquino International Airport to the centre of Manila has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
April is the busiest month for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Manila in February.
The warmest month in Manila is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 DTW to MNL sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Philippines
Manila has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Philippines waiting to be explored. About 8 kilometres north-east of Manila, a visit to Quezon City will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Pinky Spikes, Province and GEE’s SPOT GARDEN by Gerard.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Philippines, head for Taguig, about 13 kilometres south-east of Manila. Sib Plants, Philippine Science Heritage Centre or Salinlahi Museum and BGC Astronaut Mural are key reasons to visit.