Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport

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General information

Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport is the busiest airport in the Philippines and one of the largest airports in Asia. The airport is named after Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino Jr. and consists of four terminals and two runways. The airport is located in a densely populated area close to Manila, Quezon City and Caloocan, three of the five largest cities in the Philippines. In addition, the modern city of Makati is nearby, known as the financial center of the Philippines. The majority of the flights at the airport are operated by Philippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific and Philippines AirAsia.

Where is Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport?

Manila Airport is located south of Manila, Quezon City and Caloocan, along the border between the cities of Pasay and Parañaque. From Manila, you can reach Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport by following Roxas Boulevard or Osmeña Highway.

How many terminals does Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport have?

Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport has four terminals, namely Terminal 1 (International, 17% of total number of passengers), Terminal 2 (Dom & Int, 22.5%), Terminal 3 (Dom & Int, 48.5%) and Terminal 4 (Domestic, 12%). Terminal 3 in the northeast of the airport is the airport’s largest and newest terminal. Terminal 4 is the airport’s oldest terminal. Terminal 2, also known as Centennial Terminal, is used exclusively by Philippine Airlines (and PAL Express), international carriers use T1 and T3. Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport’s terminals are not within walking distance of each other, so free shuttle buses run between terminals T1, T2, T3 and T4, 24 hours a day. Keep in mind, the terminals of the airport are only accessible if you have a ticket, for this reason it is often very busy outside the terminals.

Which airlines fly from and to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport?

The main airlines at the airport are:
  • Philippine Airlines brand logo
    Philippine Airlines
  • Cebu Pacific brand logo
    Cebu Pacific
  • AirAsia brand logo
    AirAsia
  • Japan Airlines brand logo
    Japan Airlines
  • Malaysia Airlines brand logo
    Malaysia Airlines
Here you can find the complete list of airlines at Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport.

Activities

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