Flying from Ercan Airport (ECN) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know
Manila is six hours ahead of Nicosia and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ECN to MNL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Ercan Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Many travellers pass through Istanbul Ataturk Airport when flying between ECN and MNL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ercan Airport (ECN) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Currently, £250 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Ercan Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £571. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ECN to MNL if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from Ercan Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ECN to MNL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Ercan Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Ercan Airport (ECN)
Of all flights departing from Ercan Airport, 75.35% land on time at their destination.
Ercan Airport is about 30 miles from central Nicosia. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Booking a night at a hotel can take the hassle out of getting to the airport on time. If you're looking for somewhere to stay before your flight from Ercan Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, take a look at Immaculate 2-bed Penthouse in Kyrenia. It's a quick drive from ECN.
Arriving at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Consider booking a hotel close to MNL if you have a late Ercan Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Go where the road takes you with a Ninoy Aquino International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Europcar and experience more of Manila and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Ninoy Aquino International Airport around four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Ninoy Aquino International Airport to the centre of Manila has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 8 miles away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
April is the busiest month for flights from Ercan Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Manila in February.
Lock in your flight from Ercan Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport for April if you want to explore Manila during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ECN to MNL in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Philippines
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