Transfer to/from - Manila airport (MNL)

Transportation

Bus

A Genesis service (Tel +63 2 8332 8075) runs to Clark International Airport from terminals 1, 2 and 3. It operates at 60-90 minute frequencies. The Airport Loop service connects terminals 3 and 4 with Baclaran and Pasay.

Other means of transport include 'Jeepneys', private vehicles offering transfers between the airport and Baclaran, where there's a Metro Rail terminal (Tel +63 2929 5347), which connects to the city centre. They also go to Baltao, Nichols, Tramo and Taft.

On the other hand, the UBE Express (Tel +63 2 8879 4497) is a minibus service to Manila's main hotels and tourist spots (Robinsons, Araneta City Cubao, Ayala Mall South Park, Victory Liner Pasay, One Ayali Makati). It also serves Parañaque Integrated Terminal. Departures every 30 min. from outside the Arrivals Halls of terminals 2, 3 and 4.

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Taxi

It is recommended to use vehicles with Department of Tourism accreditation, which can be booked in advance at one of the counters. Taxi ranks are located near the Arrivals level of all terminals. The journey to the city centre takes from 20 minutes to an hour, depending on the time of day.

Several options are available:

Coupon taxis have fixed fares depending on your destination, and you can even book one in advance via the Grab app.

Yellow taxis are metered and operate within Metro Manila's radius, and you'll also find cheaper regular taxis.

Finally, if you're travelling light or without luggage, you can also hire a motorbike transfer service via the Angkas, JoyRide and Move It apps. They will wait for you outside the boarding level of the terminals.

Further information

Although there are issues that seem more than obvious, it is always advisable to take them into account when moving to or from the airport, and especially if we go by public transport.  1- To the airport - It is convenient to leave with a little more anticipation than what is commonly suggested. If you choose a taxi or a private car service, always take into account peak traffic times, demonstrations, strikes or events that may delay the journey to the airport from where you are. It is always good to be informed about what is happening. If you contract a shared transfer service, have a contact telephone number handy in case of any delay by the company. In these cases they usually already have a scheduled collection time. If you use public transport (collective, train) take into account the schedules (weekends and holidays tend to have less frequency), if you have to change and also how to board (if you need a card or paying the driver or motorist at the moment ). These are details that seem obvious, but it is advisable to know so as not to have surprises and suffer a delay that could cause complications. If you rent a car to get to the airport, check where to leave the vehicle. At some airports, there is an exclusive parking lot for rental cars.  2 -From the airport- Here it is a little less stressful since you don't have the pressure of missing your flight. In the worst case, you will arrive later at the place where you are going to stay or at the meeting point where you are trying to arrive. Once you leave the plane, look for your suitcase and finish with the arrival procedures that are required. Then, follow the directions for public transportation or ask the airport staff. It is very useful to find out in advance the schedules of the buses or trains in case you arrive late at night. Not all work 24 hours. The same goes for taxis. In case of using an Uber-type service, have the mobile application handy to contact the driver. On the other hand, if you booked a private transport service, it is likely that they will have a person waiting for you, identified with a sign. If you rent a car to go from the airport to your final destination, for greater peace of mind it is advisable to book it in advance. Rental counters are usually available in the arrivals hall.

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