Flying from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know
Manila is seven hours ahead of Cologne and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your CGN to MNL flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd like to tour a different city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport is a popular stop between CGN and MNL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
At the moment, 376 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Cologne Bonn Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 724 €. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from CGN to MNL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across each month and score a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from CGN to MNL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
Handy information about Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
74.45% of flights that take off from Cologne Bonn Airport reach their destination on time.
Cologne Bonn Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Cologne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near CGN? If you're catching an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
If you're getting in on a late Cologne Bonn Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near MNL:
Grab a Ninoy Aquino International Airport rental car and explore Manila and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Europcar are top outlets you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Ninoy Aquino International Airport about four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Ninoy Aquino International Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from the centre of Manila. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Manila. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Manila, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CGN to MNL in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Philippines
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