Flying from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to El Nido Airport (ENI): what you need to know
Expect to be in the skies for 1 hour 30 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to El Nido Airport. El Nido and Manila have the same timezone — UTC+8.
Each week, there are 35 flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to El Nido Airport. The earliest departure from MNL to ENI is at 05:10 and the latest is at 17:25.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Once you've found cheap ticket from MNL to ENI, get your travel documents in order. A visa or passport isn't needed as you're travelling within Philippines. As long as you have another form of identification, such as an ID card or driver's license, you're all set.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to El Nido Airport (ENI)
R 1,515 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to El Nido Airport. A return flight starts at R 2,673. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MNL to ENI if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Schedule your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to El Nido Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you the hassle of checking for cheap tickets from MNL to ENI every day.
Take advantage of filters to find the perfect trip for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to El Nido Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Manila, Ninoy Aquino International Airport can be reached in about 34 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour and 16 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to El Nido Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to MNL:
Arriving at El Nido Airport (ENI)
Consider booking a hotel close to ENI if you have a late flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to El Nido Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from El Nido Airport (ENI) to central El Nido
El Nido Airport to central El Nido is about 3 minutes by car. It's approximately 2 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 15 minutes.
When to fly to El Nido Airport (ENI)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to El Nido Airport. May is the busiest month to visit El Nido. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to El Nido Airport for May if you want to go to El Nido during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 30ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 25ºC and 29ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MNL to ENI sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about El Nido
As soon as you've booked your flights from MNL to ENI, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in El Nido. Make one of these options your base for exploring this popular destination:
Big Lagoon and Secret Lagoon are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your El Nido travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Nacpan Beach.
Complete your El Nido trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to El Nido Airport, check out the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your El Nido escape.
