Manila travel guide
Getting Around Manila: Transport Guide
From NAIA airport, take a Grab to Makati or BGC for ₱250–450 ($4.50–8), 30–60 minutes depending on traffic — rush hour can double it. Use the app or official coupon taxis from the rank; never accept rides from touts inside the terminal.
Arriving in Manila
Nearest airport: Ninoy Aquino International (MNL) — 30–90 min depending on traffic
From NAIA, Grab cars to Makati cost ₱250–450 (30–60 min; rush hour can double it). Use the official coupon taxis or Grab — never accept rides from touts. Terminal transfers are slow; allow 3+ hours for connections.
Getting around Manila
- Grab is the default — metered certainty for ₱150–300 across the centre
- LRT/MRT lines dodge traffic on the main corridors (₱15–30)
- Jeepneys (₱13) are iconic; keep valuables close and routes simple
- Traffic is the real itinerary-killer: cluster sights by district and travel off-peak
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how to get around Manila — FAQs
How do I get from Manila airport to the city?
From NAIA airport, take a Grab to Makati or BGC for ₱250–450 ($4.50–8), 30–60 minutes depending on traffic — rush hour can double it. Use the app or official coupon taxis from the rank; never accept rides from touts inside the terminal.
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