Flying from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Narita International Airport (NRT): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Narita International Airport is 4 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9, which is one hour ahead of Manila.
You can choose from 86 weekly Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Narita International Airport flights. The 00:40 departure with Jetstar Japan is the earliest flight you can take. Philippines AirAsia operates the last service of the day at 15:30.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MNL to NRT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like April, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
There are direct flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Narita International Airport, so getting to Tokyo (and then seeing more of Japan!) is simple. Popular airlines that fly nonstop include:
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Cebu Pacific Air.
JAL is a leader in on-time performance for MNL to NRT flights, with 98.36% of its services landing as scheduled.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Narita International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MNL and NRT:
Kaohsiung International Airport
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
Kansai International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Narita International Airport (NRT)
At the moment, $88 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Narita International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $196. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Book eight months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MNL to NRT.
Plan your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Narita International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MNL to NRT by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Narita International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
70.07% of flights taking off from Ninoy Aquino International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Manila to Ninoy Aquino International Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near MNL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Narita International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Narita International Airport (NRT)
If you're coming in on a late Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Narita International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these options near NRT:
Grab a Narita International Airport rental car and discover Tokyo and beyond with your own wheels. Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire are top outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Narita International Airport around four weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Narita International Airport (NRT) to central Tokyo
The street address for NRT is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Narita International Airport to the centre of Tokyo has a drive time of about 1 hour. It's approximately 64 kilometres away.
When to fly to Narita International Airport (NRT)
The quietest month for a flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Narita International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Tokyo based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Narita International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from MNL to NRT in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of Japan
You've visited Tokyo, now it's time to discover more of Japan. Journey around 31 kilometres south-west to Yokohama to tick off its top sights. From Teishoin to Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Japan, consider Osaka, about 402 kilometres west of Tokyo. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are among its highlights.