NAIA Survival Guide

Transportation at NAIA

There are multiple transport options going in and out of the airport. From Grab, yellow-metered, coupon and regular taxis, city bus and UBE Express!

Updated July 14, 2024

Transportation options at NAIA

Is Uber available in Manila? No, Uber is not available in Manila. Uber has pulled out of the Southeast Asian market and sold its operations to Grab. Grab is as good as Uber so don't worry.

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Grab

Grab is the most recommended transport option to and from the airport. It's basically Uber for Southeast Asia. Go ahead, download and register the Grab app so you have it handy ahead of your flight.

Download link: Android or iOS

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UBE Express

UBE Express offers NAIA loop that connects all four (4) terminals. All other routes start at NAIA Terminal 3. If you are going to or coming from other terminals, you have to take their NAIA Loop route which costs PHP 50. Listed below are the UBE Express rates for your reference.

Routes to and from Terminal 3

  • PITX in Paranaque: PHP 150
  • Victory Liner in Pasay: PHP 150
  • Robinsons Galleria in Ortigas: PHP 150
  • Robinsons Place Manila: PHP 150
  • Ayala South Park in Alabang: PHP 200
  • Araneta City in Cubao, Quezon City: PHP 200
  • Robinsons Sta Rosa in Laguna: PHP 300

You can book your UBE Express ticket here.

Genesis Transport to and from Clark International Airport

The bus company Genesis provides P2P bus services for those traveling between Clark International Airport and NAIA. The fare is PHP 350.

The NAIA to Clark and Clark to NAIA P2P bus service operates 24 hours a day with a one-hour headway (interval between buses) during peak hours and up to two hours during off-peak hours.

The travel time between NAIA and Clark International Airport, varies from two (2) to three (3) hours depending on traffic conditions. If you are traveling from Clark to NAIA, it is recommended to leave at least Clark six (6) hours before your flight to account for the headway, travel time, and check-in procedures.

More details about the Clark to NAIA and NAIA to Clark P2P bus service can be found at Genesis Transport's website .

Pick-up and drop-off points are at the following locations:
NAIA/Manila Airport: Terminal 3 Arrivals Level, Bay 14
Clark Airport: Terminal 2 Arrivals Bus Station
SM Clark: Transport Hub Main Gate Flagpole Area

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Taxi

Taxis are available at all terminals. The cheapest taxis are the regular taxis (white). Airport taxis (yellow) and coupon taxis are way more expensive though. If you can't get a regular taxi, you are better off with Grab.

Before you get in, tell your driver to use the taxi meter. It is always best to take note of the taxi's plate number should you encounter any issues.

Taxi Rates in Manila: Rates start at PHP 40 for the flagdown, PHP 13.50 for every kilometer and PHP 2 for every minute of waiting time (to account for waiting in traffic). Rounding up the taxi fare to the nearest PHP 20 is common practice.

Typical taxi rates (not including toll fees)

  • Mall of Asia/Entertainment City: PHP 150-220
  • Bonifacio Global City: PHP 150-220
  • Makati: PHP 150-220
  • Ortigas Center: PHP 200-300
  • Eastwood City: PHP 250-350
  • University of the Philippines Diliman: PHP 350-450

How to report taxis, Grab or UBE Express issues

If you have encountered any issues with Grab, UBE Express or taxis, you may report them to the DOTr Commuter Hotline by sending an SMS, calling, or sending a Viber or WhatsApp message to +63 920 964 3687.

The hotline is open from Mondays to Fridays, 8am to 5pm.

Mikko Gozalo
About the author

Mikko Gozalo

Creator of MNLAirport.ph

Mikko is a data scientist based in Hong Kong. He flies the Manila to Hong Kong route regularly. Having flown a lot from NAIA, he decided to create MNLAirport.ph to help fellow travelers.

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