Travelling from Split Airport (SPU) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL): what you need to know
Manila is seven hours ahead of Split and is in the UTC+8 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your SPU to MNL flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Pick a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Split Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport. Istanbul Airport is a top stopover on the SPU to MNL route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Split Airport (SPU) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Split Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight is $718. A return fare right now is $988. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from SPU to MNL, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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Handy information about Split Airport (SPU)
Split Airport maintains a solid on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from SPU arrive at their destination as scheduled 84% of the time.
To get to Split Airport from central Split, it'll take about 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near SPU. Whether you're taking an early flight from Split Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
Consider staying in a hotel near MNL if you have a late Split Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go where the road takes you with a Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Europcar and find adventure across Manila and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport about four weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Manila. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
May is the most popular month for flights from Split Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Manila in September.
When reserving your flight from Split Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Manila, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SPU to MNL in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of the Philippines
Manila is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the Philippines waiting to be discovered. About 8 kilometres north-east of Manila, a visit to Quezon City will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Botanical Garden & Arboretum, Christ the King and Art in Island.
Around 13 kilometres south-east of Manila, Taguig is another essential stop in the Philippines. Start your sightseeing at The Mind Museum, Metropolitan Museum of Manila - BGC and One Bonifacio High Street Park.