Travelling from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Hamad International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport is 9 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Manila is UTC+8, which is five hours ahead of Doha.
Flights from DOH to MNL start from 02:10 — the first with Qatar Airways. The last service of the day is at 20:15 with Philippine Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 32 weekly Hamad International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your DOH to MNL flight.
Travelling during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Manila (and then exploring more of Philippines!) is a breeze with Philippine Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Hamad International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
Most passengers choose to fly with Philippine Airlines on this route.
With 79.49% of services arriving as planned, Qatar Airways is the most punctual carrier operating DOH to MNL flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Hamad International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between DOH and MNL:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Hamad International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight is ر.ق. 776. A return ticket right now is ر.ق. 1,213. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from DOH to MNL, book your journey six months before your planned departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Hamad International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from DOH to MNL.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Hamad International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
Handy information about Hamad International Airport (DOH)
83.59% of flights departing from Hamad International Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from DOH.
Central Doha to Hamad International Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near DOH? If you've booked an early flight from Hamad International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Reserve a hotel near MNL if you have a late Hamad International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Ninoy Aquino International Airport rental car and discover Manila and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Europcar are well-known companies you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Ninoy Aquino International Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
From Ninoy Aquino International Airport, Manila is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The quietest month for a flight from Hamad International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Manila based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Hamad International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport for April if you'd like to go to Manila during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 35ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 30ºC. Search for cheap tickets from DOH to MNL around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Philippines
You've visited Manila, now it's time to discover other parts of Philippines. Journey around 8 kilometres north-east to Quezon City to check off its top sights. From Pinky Spikes to Province and GEE’s SPOT GARDEN by Gerard, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 13 kilometres south-east of Manila, Taguig is another favourite stop in Philippines. Experience major highlights starting with Sib Plants, Philippine Science Heritage Centre or Salinlahi Museum and BGC Astronaut Mural.
