# MNL — Ninoy Aquino International Airport > Machine-readable reference for MNL. Single-airport scope. Re-fetch when content_generated_at changes. Canonical: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl.md JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/MNL.json (includes live arrivals + weather) Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml Last refreshed: 2026-06-04T21:56:03.381+00:00 --- ## Identity - Name: Ninoy Aquino International Airport - IATA: MNL - ICAO: RPLL - City: Manila - Country: PH (PH) - Timezone: Asia/Manila - Distance from city: 7 km (4.3 mi) S of Manila - Runways: 2 - Terminals: 3 - Annual passengers: 47.9M - Hub for: Philippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific - Official website: https://www.miaa.gov.ph ## Overview Welcome Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) isn't your typical airport; it's a collection of terminals that operate like separate mini-airports, each with its own character and level of amenities. The real story at NAIA is the stark contrast between terminals. Terminal 3 is by far the most equipped, with an array of dining and retail options, while Terminals 1 and 2 often leave passengers wanting more in terms of comfort and convenience. Travelers' strategies must adapt not just to congestion but to this terminal divide, especially if they're connecting flights. At a glance Located just 7 kilometers south of Manila, NAIA handles around 47.9 million passengers a year with Philippine Airlines and Cebu Pacific as its primary hubs. It features two runways and three main terminals, making it a critical gateway for both domestic and international flights in the Philippines. But in doing so, each terminal retains its own functional identity, making them somewhat isolated in terms of services offered. Terminals & layout Terminal 1 hosts airlines like Philippine Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Qatar Airways. This older terminal is notorious for its limited amenities and more basic offeri… ## Terminals (3) - **Terminal 1** — airlines: Philippine Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Qatar Airways URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/terminals/1 - **Terminal 2 (Centennial Terminal)** — airlines: Philippine Airlines URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/terminals/2 - **Terminal 3** — airlines: Cebu Pacific, AirAsia Philippines URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/terminals/3 ## Dining (46) - **Air Cargo Food Kiosk** — Terminal 1 · canteen · $ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/air-cargo-food-kiosk - **Angel’s Pizza** — Terminal 3 · Pizza restaurant · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/angel-s-pizza - **Anika** — Terminal 1 · canteen · $ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/anika - **Banapple** — Terminal 3 · Café & dessert shop · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/banapple - **Bo's Coffee** — Terminal 1 · coffee shop · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/bo-s-coffee - **BreadTalk** — Terminal 3 · Bakery · $ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/breadtalk - **Brownies Unlimited** — Terminal 1 · bakery & dessert kiosk · $ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/brownies-unlimited - **Burger King** — Terminal 3 · Fast food · $ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/burger-king - **Caffè de Lipa** — Coffee shop · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/caff-de-lipa - **Caffè Ritazza** — Terminal 1 · coffee shop · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/caff-ritazza - **Chili’s** — Terminal 3 · Casual dining · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/chili-s - **Chowking** — Terminal 1 · fast food · $ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/chowking - **Denny's** — Terminal 3 · Casual dining · $$ · 24 hours URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/denny-s - **Estrel’s** — Terminal 3 · Bakery & cake shop · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/estrel-s - **Figaro Coffee** — Coffee shop · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/figaro-coffee - **Gong Cha** — Terminal 1 · beverage & snack kiosk · $ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/gong-cha - **JCO Reserve** — Terminal 3 · Donut & coffee shop · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/jco-reserve - **Jollibee** — Terminal 1 · fast food · $ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/jollibee - **Ka Tunying’s** — Filipino café/bakery · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/ka-tunying-s - **Kenny Rogers Roasters** — Terminal 1 · fast casual · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/kenny-rogers-roasters - **KFC** — Terminal 3 · Fast food · $ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/kfc - **Krispy Kreme** — Bakery/doughnut shop · $ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/krispy-kreme - **Kuya J** — Terminal 1 · casual dining · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/kuya-j - **LA Chicks** — Terminal 3 · Fast casual · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/la-chicks - **Little Flour** — Terminal 1 · coffee shop · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/little-flour - **Mama Lou’s** — Terminal 3 · Italian restaurant · $$$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/mama-lou-s - **Marugame Udon** — Terminal 3 · Japanese fast casual · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/marugame-udon - **Mary Grace** — Bakery/café · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/mary-grace - **McDonald's** — Terminal 3 · Fast food · $ · 24 hours URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/mcdonald-s - **Modern Shanghai** — Terminal 3 · Chinese restaurant · $$$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/modern-shanghai - **Nanyang** — Terminal 3 · Asian café · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/nanyang - **Nono's Comfort Kitchen & Bakery** — Terminal 1 · snack counter · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/nono-s-comfort-kitchen-bakery - **Pagstop Lounge** — Terminal 1 · casual dining / bar · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/pagstop-lounge - **Pancake House** — Terminal 3 · Casual dining · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/pancake-house - **Paris Baguette** — Terminal 3 · Bakery café · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/paris-baguette - **Popeyes** — Terminal 3 · Fast food · $ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/popeyes - **Potato Corner** — Terminal 1 · snack kiosk · $ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/potato-corner - **Ramen Nagi Express** — Terminal 1 · fast casual · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/ramen-nagi-express - **Rizal Café & Restaurant** — Terminal 1 · casual dining · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/rizal-caf-restaurant - **Sans Rival** — Terminal 3 · Dessert shop · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/sans-rival - **Seattle’s Best Coffee** — Terminal 3 · Coffee shop · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/seattle-s-best-coffee - **Shakey's** — Terminal 3 · Casual dining · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/shakey-s - **Starbucks** — Terminal 1 · coffee shop · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/starbucks - **UCC** — Terminal 3 · Coffee shop · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/ucc - **Watami** — Terminal 3 · Japanese restaurant · $$$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/watami - **Wendy's** — Terminal 3 · Fast food · $ · 24 hours URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/restaurants/wendy-s ## Lounges (10) - **A-Lounge** — Terminal 1 · access: American Express Platinum and Centurion cardmembers, walk-in paid access subject to availability, select airline or bank partners · day pass: Walk-in paid access available for eligible travelers · Daily, typically 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/lounges/a-lounge - **Cathay Pacific Lounge** — Terminal 3 · access: Cathay Pacific Business Class, Cathay Pacific First Class, Cathay Pacific Marco Polo Club Silver, Gold, Diamond, Oneworld Sapphire, Oneworld Emerald · 2:30 AM – 12:30 PM and 2:30 PM – 8:00 PM URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/lounges/cathay-pacific-lounge - **Dignitaries Lounge** — access: Official government guests and dignitaries by invitation URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/lounges/dignitaries-lounge - **Mabuhay Lounge (Philippine Airlines Domestic)** — access: Philippine Airlines and PAL Express business class passengers, Mabuhay Miles elite status members (and eligible guests), Selected partner airline premium passengers when operating from Terminal 2 · 03:00–00:00 daily URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/lounges/mabuhay-lounge-philippine-airlines-domestic - **marhaba Lounge** — Terminal 1 · access: pay-per-use, select airline premium passengers, lounges programs (e.g., some credit card networks and lounge memberships) · day pass: Pay-per-use access, typically up to 3 hours · 24 hours daily URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/lounges/marhaba-lounge - **OFW Lounge** — Terminal 1 · access: Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) with valid documentation URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/lounges/ofw-lounge - **Pagstop Lounge** — Terminal 1 · access: selected airline business class passengers (e.g., Gulf Air), invited guests of partner airlines URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/lounges/pagstop-lounge - **Plaza Premium Lounge** — Terminal 3 · access: Pay at the door, Plaza Premium membership, Selected credit cards and lounge programs · day pass: Around PHP 2000 including shower access URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/lounges/plaza-premium-lounge - **SilverKris Lounge** — Terminal 3 · access: Singapore Airlines Business Class, Singapore Airlines First Class, Star Alliance Gold, KrisFlyer Elite Gold · 4:10 AM – 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/lounges/silverkris-lounge - **Wings Transit Lounge** — Terminal 3 · access: Pay at the door · day pass: From PHP 1500 for 3-hour room packages · 24 hours URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/lounges/wings-transit-lounge ## Shops (6) - **7-Eleven** — Terminal 3 · Convenience store URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/shops/7-eleven - **ATMs (Various Banks)** — Banking/ATM URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/shops/atms-various-banks - **Brownies Unlimited** — Terminal 1 · dessert & bakery shop URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/shops/brownies-unlimited - **Duty Free Shops (generic)** — Duty-free URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/shops/duty-free-shops-generic - **Foreign Exchange Counters** — Currency exchange URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/shops/foreign-exchange-counters - **Potato Corner** — Terminal 1 · snack shop URL: https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/shops/potato-corner ## Insider tips - _Insider_: If you can choose your terminal, prioritize Terminal 3 for its amenities like a spa, pharmacy, and medical clinic that you won't find in Terminal 1 or Terminal 2. - _Time_: Always follow Philippine Airlines' transfer guide if connecting flights; getting between terminals is no light task. - _Local_: For dining, head to Terminal 3's wide dining and shopping zone instead of hoping for similar variety in the older terminals. - _Quiet_: Need a peaceful pause? Terminal 3 offers a prayer room, ideal for a moment of reflection amid travel chaos. - _Avoid_: Don't expect the same lounge or retail options in Terminals 1 and 2; Terminal 3 often has the better options. - _Money_: Once you’re in Terminal 3, take advantage of its spa for a bit of relaxation; it’s a unique feature at NAIA. - _Quiet_: Terminal 3's pharmacy and medical clinic are excellent resources for travelers who may need quick access to healthcare supplies. --- ## Live data Live arrivals, departures, and weather are not in this static reference. Fetch: - https://airport.flights/api/airport/MNL.json — JSON with current live boards + weather (12h cache) - https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/arrivals — HTML page with live arrivals - https://airport.flights/airport/mnl/departures — HTML page with live departures