Travelling from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know
Manila's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Manila 15 hours ahead of Oakland.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your OAK to MNL flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between OAK and MNL:
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
R 10,971 is the lowest price for a one-way Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 19,751. These prices can change based on demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from OAK to MNL if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from OAK to MNL.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
Handy information about Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
OAK is located at 1 Airport Drive.
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from OAK arrive on schedule 83.61% of the time.
To get to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport from central Oakland, it'll take about 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near OAK. Whether you're catching an early flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MNL instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Ninoy Aquino International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Europcar to explore Manila and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Ninoy Aquino International Airport around four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Ninoy Aquino International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Manila. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The quietest month for a flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Manila based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Manila is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from OAK to MNL sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Philippines
Quezon City is just one of the many cities in Philippines waiting to be explored after you've experienced Manila. Around 8 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Pinky Spikes, Province and GEE’s SPOT GARDEN by Gerard.
Taguig is another standout destination in Philippines and is around 13 kilometres south-east of Manila. No trip is complete without visiting Sib Plants, Philippine Science Heritage Centre or Salinlahi Museum and BGC Astronaut Mural.