Flying from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to D. Z. Romualdez Airport (TAC): what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 26 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to D. Z. Romualdez Airport. Manila and Tacloban share the same timezone — UTC+8.
Flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to D. Z. Romualdez Airport start from 03:35 — the first with Cebu Pacific Air. The latest departure is the 21:45 option with Philippine Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 493 services every week from MNL to TAC.
Travelling over a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Visiting Tacloban (and exploring more of Philippines!) is straightforward with Cebu Pacific Air. This popular airline offers direct flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to D. Z. Romualdez Airport.
If you'd like to tour another city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to D. Z. Romualdez Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Mactan-Cebu International Airport is a popular stop between MNL and TAC.
When flying within Philippines, you don't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to present another kind of identity document, like an ID card or driver's license. Once you've booked your cheap ticket from MNL to TAC, make sure your ID is valid before you jet off.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to D. Z. Romualdez Airport (TAC)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to D. Z. Romualdez Airport is P825. The cheapest price for a return flight is P1,636. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from MNL to TAC by booking 1 month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Organise your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to D. Z. Romualdez Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Take advantage of filters to find the perfect trip for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to D. Z. Romualdez Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The journey from central Manila to Ninoy Aquino International Airport takes approximately 1 hour and 16 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 34 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to D. Z. Romualdez Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to MNL:
Arriving at D. Z. Romualdez Airport (TAC)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to D. Z. Romualdez Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near TAC:
Getting from D. Z. Romualdez Airport (TAC) to central Tacloban
From D. Z. Romualdez Airport, Tacloban is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to D. Z. Romualdez Airport (TAC)
July is the most popular month for flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to D. Z. Romualdez Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Tacloban in February.
When reserving your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to D. Z. Romualdez Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Tacloban, with the temperature ranging from 24 ºC to 32 ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MNL to TAC in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22 ºC and 29 ºC on average.
More about Tacloban
After locking in your flights from MNL to TAC, you'll need to find a hotel in Tacloban. Make one of these options your base for exploring this city:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. San Juanico Bridge, Sto. Nino Shrine and Heritage Museum and Madonna of Japan are attractions you won't want to skip in Tacloban.
Complete your Tacloban trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we do. After booking your cheap ticket to D. Z. Romualdez Airport, explore our car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility and freedom to see the sights at your own pace. Then, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the ideal Tacloban stay.