Flying from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Dubai Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 9 hours 15 minutes.
Dubai is four hours behind Manila and is in the UTC+4 timezone.
Every week, there are 42 Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Dubai Airport flights. To get going as early as possible, jump on the 07:45 Emirates flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 23:55 with Emirates.
To ensure you catch your MNL to DXB flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak month like May? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Dubai Airport, so jetting to Dubai (and then discovering more of the United Arab Emirates!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most travellers choose to fly with Emirates on this route.
Philippine Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering MNL to DXB flights. A reliable 86.44% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Dubai Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MNL and DXB:
Guangzhou Airport
Hong Kong Intl Airport
Muscat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Dubai Airport flight is 119 €. A round-trip ticket is currently 279 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book four months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MNL to DXB.
Plan your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Dubai Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MNL to DXB by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Dubai Airport.
Handy information about Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
Of the departures from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, 72% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Manila to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Dubai Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near MNL:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
Consider booking a hotel near DXB if you're catching a late Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Dubai Airport rental car and discover Dubai and beyond with your own wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Rental are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Dubai Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport to the centre of Dubai has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
December is the most popular month for flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Dubai Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Dubai in March.
Lock in your flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Dubai Airport for July if you want to explore Dubai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MNL to DXB in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is just one of the many places in the United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Dubai. Around 23 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland.
If you want to check out another major destination in the United Arab Emirates, head for Abu Dhabi, about 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace are key reasons to visit.