Flights from Jeddah to Manila

Dynamic and Revitalised Manila

Manila generates an international buzz as a must-see destination for happening Southeast Asia travels. The dynamic Philippines capital captures tourist interest with its renewed restaurant, nightlife and art gallery scene. Additionally, Manila is also a great base for planning day or overnight trips to other regions.

Ideal travelling time

Manila has a warm and tropical year round climate. Schedule a trip from November to April as typhoons are likely during the rainy season from June to October. The Philippines are a Catholic country. The most important holidays are as those in Europe (Christmas and Easter). The 9th of January marks the lively Feast of the Black Nazarene (Cristo Negro) celebration. Many hundreds of local festivals also honour patron saints on the islands.

Need-to-know before travelling

British passport holders do not require visas for stays of 30 days or less. Passports should be valid for a minimum of 6 months from the date of entering. Boosters are advised for hepatitis A, tetanus and typhoid.  Visitors may also want to consider diphtheria and rabies vaccinations. For travel safety, always carry some form of ID, such as a passport photocopy. There is a likelihood that flash floods and landslides will occur during the rainy season.

Local Manila tips

Visitors should avoid drinking tap water and use bottled water for brushing teeth. To avoid infections, peel and cook all fruits and vegetables before eating. The cost of living in the Philippines is much lower than the UKs. For example, restaurant meals will cost around half. Philippine Time Zone (PHT) is 8 hours ahead of UTC/GMT. PHT is 7 hours ahead of the UK in summer (8 hours in winter). There is no daylight saving time. The regional cuisine represents the diverse mix of cultures, reflecting the country's history and is influenced by Spanish, Chinese, Japanese and American dishes.

Getting to and around Manila, finding accommodation

A bus shuttle service runs from 5 am - 10 pm from terminal 3 to Baclaran LRT station (Line 1). There is also a scheduled bus service between terminals 1 & 2 and the city centre. Taxis and jeepneys (minibuses) are also available at the airport. No-frills hostel accommodation starts at about 500 Philippine pesos and luxury hotels are cheaper than in the West. Public transport in buses, metro and jeepneys is cheap with tickets costing about 22 pesos, which is approximately 30p. when taking a taxi haggle and agree on a price before the journey.