Travelling from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport.
Manila and Shenzhen follow the same timezone, UTC+8.
Every week, there are 13 Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport flights. To get going as early as possible, opt for the 00:00 Philippines AirAsia flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 23:25 with Cebu Pacific Air.
To ensure you catch your MNL to SZX flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
You can travel nonstop to Shenzhen, China. Book a ticket with one of these airlines that offer direct flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport:
Cebu Pacific Air tops the list for bookings on this route.
Shenzhen Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating MNL to SZX flights. A reliable 90.63% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between MNL and SZX include:
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
Noi Bai International Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Right now, $188 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $269. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book one month before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MNL to SZX.
Organise your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MNL to SZX by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport.
Handy information about Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
70.07% of flights that leave from Ninoy Aquino International Airport touch down 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, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport will take about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to MNL? If you're boarding an early flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
If you have a late Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near SZX:
Pick up a Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport rental car and discover corners of Shenzhen that most visitors tend to miss. Find your ideal set of wheels with Hertz.
To lock in the best rate, book your ride from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport several weeks in advance. Prices generally rise closer to your date of travel.
Getting from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) to central Shenzhen
SZX is located at Airport 9th Rd.
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to central Shenzhen has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
When to fly to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
The quietest month for a flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Shenzhen based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport for August if you want to visit Shenzhen during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MNL to SZX around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of China
You've seen Shenzhen, now it's time to discover other parts of China. Journey about 105 kilometres north-west to Guangzhou to tick off its popular sights. From Canton Tower to Yuexiu Park and Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 64 kilometres north-west of Shenzhen, Dongguan is another essential stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with 细村公园, 荔枝公园 and 东城周屋稻田画.