Flying from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Chiang Mai Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport is 4 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Manila is UTC+8, which is one hour ahead of Chiang Mai.
Give yourself enough time to make your CNX to MNL flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like January, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Jetting into Manila (and then seeing more of the Philippines!) is a cinch with Cebu Pacific. This popular airline has direct flights from Chiang Mai Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Cebu Pacific on this route.
With 69.23% of its services arriving as scheduled, Cebu Pacific is the most punctual carrier offering CNX to MNL flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Chiang Mai Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between CNX and MNL include:
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Hong Kong Intl Airport
Don Mueang Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chiang Mai Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight is 126 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 236 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book one month before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CNX to MNL.
The cheapest month for flights from Chiang Mai Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Landing cheap flights from CNX to MNL is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chiang Mai Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport.
Handy information about Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
Of all flights leaving Chiang Mai Airport, 73% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Chiang Mai Airport from central Chiang Mai, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 3 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Chiang Mai Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to CNX:
Arriving at Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
Book a hotel close to MNL if you have a late Chiang Mai Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport rental car and discover Manila and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Europcar are well-known companies to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport about four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Chiang Mai Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport. May is the busiest month to visit Manila. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in September.
The warmest month in Manila is May, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your flights from Chiang Mai Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from CNX to MNL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of the Philippines
You've done Manila, now it's time to explore other corners of the Philippines. Journey about 8 kilometres north-east to Quezon City to check off its must-visit sights. From Botanical Garden & Arboretum to Christ the King and Art in Island, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 13 kilometres south-east of Manila, Taguig is another essential stop in the Philippines. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at The Mind Museum, Metropolitan Museum of Manila - BGC and One Bonifacio High Street Park.