Travelling from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know
Manila's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Manila 13 hours ahead of New Orleans.
Your MSY to MNL flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like October, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between MSY and MNL include:
Los Angeles International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Pearson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight is 612 €. A return plane ticket is currently 825 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from MSY to MNL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MSY to MNL.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
MSY is located at 900 Airline Highway.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from MSY arrive on schedule 81.19% of the time.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is about 24 kilometres from central New Orleans. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near MSY:
Arriving at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MNL if you're on a late Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Ninoy Aquino International Airport rental car and explore Manila and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Europcar are popular providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Ninoy Aquino International Airport about four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Ninoy Aquino International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Manila. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Manila. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Manila, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MSY to MNL sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Philippines
Quezon City is just one of the many places in Philippines waiting to be explored after you've experienced Manila. Around 8 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Pinky Spikes, Province and GEE’s SPOT GARDEN by Gerard.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Philippines, consider Taguig, roughly 13 kilometres south-east of Manila. Sib Plants, Philippine Science Heritage Centre or Salinlahi Museum and BGC Astronaut Mural are among its highlights.