Originfacts
Ninoy Aquino International Airport
Asia· Philippines· Asia/Manila

Ninoy Aquino International Airport

IATA · MNLICAO · RPLLServing Manila

About Ninoy Aquino International Airport

Overview

Ninoy Aquino International Airport sits roughly 7 kilometres south of central Manila, in the Pasay and Parañaque areas of Metro Manila, Philippines. It serves as the country's primary international gateway and busiest air hub, handling the vast majority of the Philippines' overseas traffic. The airport is named after senator Benigno "Ninoy" Aquino Jr. and has operated on its current site since the 1940s.

Terminals & Runways

The airport has four terminals: Terminal 1 handles most foreign carriers, Terminal 2 is dedicated to Philippine Airlines, Terminal 3 serves Cebu Pacific and select international flights, and Terminal 4 handles smaller domestic operations. Two parallel runways run roughly northwest–southeast. The airport operates around the clock, though noise ordinances restrict certain overnight movements. Infrastructure upgrades and congestion-relief projects have been ongoing for years.

Airlines

Philippine Airlines and Cebu Pacific are the primary hub carriers, with AirAsia Philippines also maintaining a significant presence. Major international carriers from Asia, the Middle East, North America, and Europe operate here, connecting Manila to most major global cities.

Airlines flying from MNL

5 carriers

Top routes from MNL

1 route

Other airports in Philippines

FAQ

Ninoy Aquino International Airport — frequently asked questions

Where is Ninoy Aquino International Airport?
Ninoy Aquino International Airport is located in Manila, Philippines (Asia), at coordinates 14.510°, 121.010°.
What is the airport code for Ninoy Aquino International Airport?
Its IATA code is MNL and its ICAO code is RPLL.
What time zone is MNL in?
Ninoy Aquino International Airport operates on Asia/Manila local time.
Which airlines fly from MNL?
Carriers tracked on routes from MNL include Jetstar Asia, Cebu Pacific, Garuda Indonesia, Philippine Airlines and Singapore Airlines.
Where can you fly from MNL?
Tracked destinations from MNL include Singapore.