Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL Airport Code) | IATA & ICAO Details, Terminals & Map

Airport Overview

Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) is a key aviation facility serving the region of Manila, Philippines. It is officially identified by the IATA code MNL and ICAO code RPLL. It operates within the Asia/Manila timezone, allowing travelers to synchronize their flight itineraries accordingly. The airfield configuration consists of 2 runways, designed to accommodate various types of aircraft operations. Nearby alternative gateways include Clark International (CRK), which can be considered for regional or international transit.

Key Data

Elevation - ft

Coordinates 14.509, 121.02

Timezone Asia/Manila

Runways 2

Expert Tips for Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport

NEVER Book Under 3.5h for MNL Inter-Terminal NAIA terminals are not linked. Use the free airside shuttle bus for connections to avoid Manila's notorious street traffic.

Arrive 3h Early: NAIA Security is Slow NAIA is consistently rated one of Asia's worst airports for processing speed. Expect 30-60 min for check-in queues during peak periods (full flights, long-haul departures). Immigration can add 30 min. Use online check-in whenever possible.

Use Grab Taxi — DO NOT Use Unlicensed Cabs Book taxis exclusively via the Grab app or from official airport taxi queues (yellow Avis/NAIA taxis). Never accept rides from touts inside the terminal — tourist scams are common. Grab is reliable, air-conditioned, and fixed-price. Allow 30-60+ min to Makati/BGC.

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FAQ

The IATA code for Ninoy Aquino International Airport is MNL. Its ICAO code is RPLL.

Ninoy Aquino International Airport is located in or near Manila, PH. View the map on this page for exact coordinates and terminal details.

Ninoy Aquino International Airport operates in the local time zone. You can convert airport local times using our <a href="/en/timezone-converter">Airport Timezone Converter</a>.

Minimum Connection Times (MCT) at Ninoy Aquino International Airport vary based on Schengen/non-Schengen status and terminal transfers. Verify transfer times with our <a href="/en/mct-checker">MCT Checker Tool</a>.