Travelling from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know
Manila is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Tehran and follows 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 IKA to MNL flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between IKA and MNL:
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Currently, 337 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Imam Khomeini International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 796 €. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from IKA to MNL, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from IKA to MNL.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
69.19% of flights that depart Imam Khomeini International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Imam Khomeini International Airport is about 56 kilometres from central Tehran. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Got an early flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport? Stay at a hotel near IKA, like Remis Hotel. Rexan Hotel will also put you moments from the check-in counter.
Arriving at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Imam Khomeini International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MNL instead:
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Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Ninoy Aquino International Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
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 typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Manila. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Manila, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from IKA to MNL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
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