Jakarta to Manila (Pasay) (CGK–MNL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CGK–MNL is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,733 miles in approximately 4h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 28 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5J Cebu Pacific | 7 | 32N | 4h35 | – | – | – |
| PR Philippine Airlines | 7 | 333 | 4h15 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
CGK: WIB · MNL: PST
When it's 6:00 PM in Jakarta, it's 7:00 PM in Manila (Pasay).
The airport rail link from BNI City Station (Sudirman Baru) takes 45 minutes (IDR 70,000-100,000 depending on promotions). Trains run every 30-60 minutes from early morning to late evening. BNI City connects to the Sudirman MRT station by foot, making it reachable from most central Jakarta neighborhoods. Buy tickets at the station counter or online at reservation.kci.id.
Grab and Gojek are the go-to ride-hail apps. From central Jakarta to CGK, expect IDR 124,000-200,000 and 45 minutes without traffic. Rush hour (7:00-10:00, 16:00-19:00) can stretch that to two hours. Regular taxis from the city to the airport cost IDR 150,000-250,000 by meter. The DAMRI airport bus runs from Gambir and other hubs for IDR 40,000-60,000 but takes 90+ minutes.
Metered yellow taxis depart from each terminal's designated taxi queue; flag fall ₱70 plus meter. Confirm the driver uses the meter before entering; insist on it. Grab (Philippines ride-share) is a reliable alternative at ₱200–450 to Makati or BGC.Terminal 1, 2, 3, and 4 are not connected by a common transit link; confirm which terminal you arrive at well in advance. To BGC: ₱200–350, 20–40 min off-peak. To Manila Hotel area: ₱150–200, 30–60 min. Rental cars are available but driving in Manila is not recommended for the unfamiliar.
Tropical climate with a pronounced wet season (June–November) and dry season (December–May). The wet season brings typhoons. MNL experiences some of the highest disruption rates of any major hub during this period. Cancellations and long delays are common when typhoons make landfall in Luzon.
Temperatures year-round range 25–35°C. The hot dry season (March–May) is uncomfortable but operationally stable. December through February is the most pleasant period at 24–30°C with low humidity. Monsoon rains cause frequent flooding on approach roads from June through October. Add extra ground transport time during this period.
CGK–MNL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CGK to MNL
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) and Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) are connected by nonstop service from Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
CGK to MNL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CGK to MNL ranges from 4 hours 15 minutes to 4 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,733 miles (2,788 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
28 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via NNG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.