Ninoy Aquino International Airport serves Manila, the capital of the Philippines, approximately 7 km from Makati's financial center.
It is the country's main aviation hub, with four separate terminals handling domestic and international flights.
How to get to Ninoy Aquino International Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to MNL
Parking near Ninoy Aquino International Airport
Adjacent to the terminal is a multi-level parking facility.
Rates are in line with those of a major Southeast Asian hub.
How to get to Manila from MNL
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
Airport transfers you can book in advance
Shuttles and private transfers you can book online, picked from the best rated by travelers.
Manila: Private NAIA Airport Transfer by Van
Manila International Airport Private Transfer To & From the City
Manila: Private NAIA Airport Transfer with Sedan Options
Car rental at Ninoy Aquino International Airport
Major international car rental companies have desks in the arrivals area, although driving in Manila is generally discouraged due to traffic complexity.
You'll need a driver's license, passport, and credit card.
Hotels near Ninoy Aquino International Airport
Pasay and the Mall of Asia
The Sofitel, on the Roxas Boulevard waterfront in the CCP Complex, is about 7 km and 20 minutes by taxi from terminal 1; the Azure Urban Resort condos in Bicutan are at the Skyway/SLEX tollgate, 10-20 minutes from terminals 3 and 4 depending on traffic.
Best for: Short layovers and departures during peak hours, when every extra minute of traffic counts.
- The Sofitel is reachable by taxi in about 20 minutes even at the busiest times, right on the bay's waterfront
- Azure Urban Resort sits right at the Bicutan tollgate on the Skyway, handy for arriving or leaving by own car or Grab
- Around it there are mostly through-roads and shopping malls: in the evening you get around by taxi, not on foot
- Manila traffic makes every travel-time estimate approximate, even over distances as short as these
Recommended hotels
- Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila On the Roxas Boulevard waterfront in the CCP Complex, about 7 km and 20 minutes by taxi from terminal 1; outdoor pool with bay views and pedestrian access to the Mall of Asia and the World Trade Center. View availability
- Azure Staycation Philippines by AMRS Near Manila International Airport A unit in the large Azure Urban Resort complex in Bicutan, at the Skyway/SLEX tollgate; wave pool and indoor water park, designed for those with just a few hours between flights. View availability
Malate and the Manila Bay waterfront
About 30 minutes by taxi or Grab from NAIA outside peak hours; double that or more when traffic on EDSA and Roxas Boulevard grinds to a halt.
Best for: Those who want the Roxas Boulevard waterfront, Robinsons Place a few steps away and a more touristy atmosphere in the evening.
- Robinsons Place and the bay's waterfront within walking distance of the hotels
- A livelier area in the evening, with restaurants and bars open until late
- No dedicated fast connection to the airport: you always depend on taxi or Grab
- During peak hours the trip to NAIA can take over an hour
Recommended hotels
- Sheraton Manila Bay In the heart of Malate, 300 metres from Roxas Boulevard and a 5-minute walk from Robinsons Place; outdoor pool and gym, about 30 minutes from NAIA outside of traffic. View availability
- lyf Malate Manila managed by The Ascott Limited The first lyf in the Philippines, run by Ascott on the corner of Malvar and Vasquez; shared kitchens and co-living spaces, a 5-minute walk from Robinsons Place. View availability
Binondo, the oldest Chinatown in the world
About 11 km from NAIA: 30-45 minutes outside peak hours, up to an hour when traffic on the central arteries grinds to a halt.
Best for: Those looking for the street food and markets of the oldest Chinatown in the world, accepting the longest transfer of all those in this guide.
- Ongpin Street and the markets of the oldest Chinatown in the world just steps away
- Room rates lower than in Malate and Pasay
- It's the area farthest from NAIA among those in this guide: not very practical for short layovers
- Narrow streets and heavy daytime traffic, typical of a historic commercial district
Recommended hotels
- Ramada by Wyndham Manila Central On the corner of Ongpin and Quintin Paredes, in the heart of Binondo; 114 rooms just steps from the markets and Chinese eateries of the oldest Chinatown in the world. View availability
- Swiss-Belhotel Blulane On the corner of Tomas Mapua and Ongpin, in the same Binondo neighbourhood; a handy base for an evening food tour among the historic Chinese restaurants. View availability
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
- lounges
- 9
- with Priority Pass
- 4
- paid entry
- from 24 USD
- open 24 hours
- 2
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The airport has four separate terminals connected by free shuttles; always verify which terminal serves your flight.
For international flights, it is advised to arrive 3 hours early due to often unpredictable traffic to reach the airport.
Map of Ninoy Aquino International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Which NAIA terminal serves my flight?
Always check with your airline: the airport has four separate terminals, connected by free shuttles, but transfer times can lengthen with traffic.
Q. White taxi, yellow taxi, or Grab — which is best?
White metered taxis are the cheapest but require insisting the driver use the meter; yellow taxis are pricier but reliable; Grab often offers the best compromise between price and transparency.
Q. Can Manila traffic cause significant delays?
Yes, it's among the heaviest in Southeast Asia: always allow a wide time margin to reach the airport, especially during rush hour.
Q. Is it better to land in Manila or Clark?
Clark, further north, is often cheaper for low-cost flights and less affected by Manila's traffic, but requires a longer transfer if your destination is the capital itself.
Q. Which lounges accept Priority Pass?
PAGSS Premium Lounge (T1), marhaba Lounge (T1), A Lounge (T3) and PAGSS Lounge (T3).
Q. How much does lounge access cost without a business class ticket?
The lowest entry price is 24 USD, at PAGSS Premium Lounge (T1).
Q. Are any lounges open 24 hours?
Yes: PAGSS Premium Lounge (T1) and The Wings Transit Lounge (T3).
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights
