Flying from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Hamad International Airport (DOH): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Hamad International Airport is 9 hours 30 minutes.
Doha's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Doha five hours behind Manila.
Take your pick of 32 weekly Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Hamad International Airport flights. The 09:30 departure with Qatar Airways is the earliest flight you can take. Qatar Airways operates the last service of the day at 23:50.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MNL to DOH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Flying during a peak time such as April? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Philippine Airlines offers direct flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Hamad International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Doha — and maybe even more of Qatar if you have time.
The majority of travelers choose to fly with Philippine Airlines on this route.
Qatar Airways ranks as the leading on-time carrier for MNL to DOH flights, with 91.67% of services arriving on schedule.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Hamad International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MNL and DOH:
Muscat International Airport
Dubai Airport
Tan Son Nhat International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Hamad International Airport flight is AED 952. A round-trip plane ticket is currently AED 1,962. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book two months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MNL to DOH.
Schedule your trip for January. That's the cheapest month for flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Hamad International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from MNL to DOH.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Hamad International Airport.
Handy information about Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
When it comes to Ninoy Aquino International Airport's on-time performance, 70.07% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Ninoy Aquino International Airport from central Manila, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're traveling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near MNL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Hamad International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Hamad International Airport (DOH)
If you're landing on a late Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Hamad International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near DOH:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Hamad International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from SAFETY RENT A CAR, Alamo or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Doha and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Hamad International Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to central Doha
From Hamad International Airport, Doha is approximately 14 kilometers away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the center driving.
It takes around 40 minutes when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The quietest month for a flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Hamad International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Doha based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Hamad International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Doha, with the temperature ranging from 31ºC (88ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MNL to DOH in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of Qatar
Ar Rayyan is just one of the many places in Qatar waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Doha. Around 11 kilometers away to the west, popular attractions include Green Spine, Barwa Roadside Park and Al Tamyoz HMC camp.
If there's time to check out another side of Qatar, head for Umm Şalāl Muḩammad, about 19 kilometers north-west of Doha. Mosque (1106), Sheikh Nasser bin Jassem al-Thani Mosque and Mosque 1333(م.س ١٣٣٣) are highlights.
