Flying from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) to Darwin Airport (DRW): what you need to know
The timezone in Darwin is UTC+9:30, which is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Manila.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your MNL to DRW flight.
Flying during a peak time such as May? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Darwin Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between MNL and DRW include:
Singapore Changi Airport
Sydney Airport
Perth Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) to Darwin Airport (DRW)
$258 is the lowest price for a one-way Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Darwin Airport flight. A return flight starts at $702. These fares can change based on demand.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from MNL to DRW. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when looking for your flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Darwin Airport.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from MNL to DRW is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Darwin Airport.
Handy information about Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
72% of flights taking off from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Manila to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near MNL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Darwin Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Darwin Airport (DRW)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Darwin Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near DRW instead:
Grab a Darwin Airport rental car and explore Darwin and beyond with your own wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, Thrifty and East Coast are leading providers to choose from here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Darwin Airport about four weeks before you travel.
When to fly to Darwin Airport (DRW)
July is the most popular month for flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Darwin Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Darwin in March.
Before locking in your flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Darwin Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. October is the warmest month in Darwin, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MNL to DRW in July. Temperatures average between 18ºC (64ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.