GOING TO MANILA THIS JUNE-

[ezzie 7]

Hello guys. My children were scheduled for interview on July 1st, so I am going to Manila second or third week of June, and I am still trying to book my flight ( maybe someone can suggest a good airline aside from PAL). I have been away for 4 years, and I dont know now what to expect or not to expect, or maybe nothing has changed much really. Anyway I will truly appreciate any replies, any tips, especially at NAIA.

Thanks!!

ezzie

[vertman 4]

Just bought my ticket for June last week on Orbitz: $1675.00 ... lowest fare I could find - and I searched awhile, even through my travel agent friends. It was also the quickest flight for the money - 23 hrs. Last year it was $500 cheaper.

[gretchen_darren 67]

hehe, PAL is the best and easiest as well as cheapest. Fly from san Francisco to get best fares. LAX is a little more expensive. (Vegas by far is the cheapest... but may be a little ways out of your way) NAIA is relatively the same as always... hasn't really changed much. if going to the embassy, staying down by ermita is nice depending on where you stay. Do not know what to suggest for the best idea, depends on what you want.

the biggest thing I have noticed on NAIA is be careful how friendly you are to the security personnel. Also in the security lines there is a line for girls and a line for guys. You will be frisked when leaving for a flight. Also follow the signs and walkways when getting there, they tend to change the route to the baggage depending on the moods. There will of course be porters wanting to "help" luggage. they of course will "steer" you towards "their" taxis. just be careful and aware.... always aware.... I always go through NAIA terminal 2. But that is just my preference since manila is not always my final destination in the philippines.

Best of luck, and may you have safe traveling mercies.

[samton 1]

try to search online airphils.com or cebupacific.com.ph, there are many cheaper fares there & promos too

[samton 1]

Hello guys. My children were scheduled for interview on July 1st, so I am going to Manila second or third week of June, and I am still trying to book my flight ( maybe someone can suggest a good airline aside from PAL). I have been away for 4 years, and I dont know now what to expect or not to expect, or maybe nothing has changed much really. Anyway I will truly appreciate any replies, any tips, especially at NAIA.

Thanks!!

ezzie

i think you're trying to ask about a cheaper ticket fare going to MNL right? not outside the country yet?

[I_Am_That_I_Am 46]

Hello! Found this for you:

http://www.cheapoair.com/Default.aspx?tabid=1685&sid=1&oa=SFO&da=MNL&adt=1&chd=0&snr=0&infl=0&infs=0&dd=06-19-2011&rd=07-05-2011&tt=ROUNDTRIP

or you can search online via www.bootsnall.com

Goodluck!

Hello guys. My children were scheduled for interview on July 1st, so I am going to Manila second or third week of June, and I am still trying to book my flight ( maybe someone can suggest a good airline aside from PAL). I have been away for 4 years, and I dont know now what to expect or not to expect, or maybe nothing has changed much really. Anyway I will truly appreciate any replies, any tips, especially at NAIA.

Thanks!!

ezzie

[ezzie 7]

Just bought my ticket for June last week on Orbitz: $1675.00 ... lowest fare I could find - and I searched awhile, even through my travel agent friends. It was also the quickest flight for the money - 23 hrs. Last year it was $500 cheaper.

What was the carrier? Did you go for PAL?

Thanks for replying!

ezie

[ezzie 7]

hehe, PAL is the best and easiest as well as cheapest. Fly from san Francisco to get best fares. LAX is a little more expensive.

.... I always go through NAIA terminal 2.

Best of luck, and may you have safe traveling mercies.

I was just reading another thread- the "BEWARE THREAD"-( saw your posts, as well as the other VJ'ers), and yeah, I realized the people in the airport got worse..In all my previous travels I have seen both terminals (I haven't been to T3), and NAIA T2 is way way better than the old one, in terms of people and service and easy access.

I miss the Philippines and some of my siblings are still there. I grew up in Makati City, so I think I will be able to navigate the streets, and even drive in Manila..( I hope! I have been sooo disciplined here in the US).

Thanks, and God bless you and your queen!

ezzie

[I_Am_That_I_Am 46]

In the Philippines, if you're pinoy, nothing to worry about. you'll be just fine. re NAIA/MNL, nothing has changed. you can be away for 100 years and when you come back, things will still be the same. :-) (accdg. to my fiancee)

Hello guys. My children were scheduled for interview on July 1st, so I am going to Manila second or third week of June, and I am still trying to book my flight ( maybe someone can suggest a good airline aside from PAL). I have been away for 4 years, and I dont know now what to expect or not to expect, or maybe nothing has changed much really. Anyway I will truly appreciate any replies, any tips, especially at NAIA.

Thanks!!

ezzie

[ezzie 7]

i think you're trying to ask about a cheaper ticket fare going to MNL right? not outside the country yet?

Going to Manila from the US. Was also asking about recent experiences in NAIA, etc, since I haven't been to P.I for sometime..

[I_Am_That_I_Am 46]

PAL wasn't, isn't and never will be the cheapest. It's actually the MOST expensive if you're flying domestic.

[ezzie 7]

In the Philippines, if you're pinoy, nothing to worry about. you'll be just fine. re NAIA/MNL, nothing has changed. you can be away for 100 years and when you come back, things will still be the same. :-) (accdg. to my fiancee)

Well, from what I've been reading from other posts, it did change- for the worse. You are absolutely right, I grew up there and I shouldn't worry. I was just thinking some may give the heads up as to what to expect, etc. Well, it doesn't hurt to be in the loop.

Edited May 31, 2011 by ezzie

[ezzie 7]

Hello! Found this for you:

http://www.cheapoair.com/Default.aspx?tabid=1685&sid=1&oa=SFO&da=MNL&adt=1&chd=0&snr=0&infl=0&infs=0&dd=06-19-2011&rd=07-05-2011&tt=ROUNDTRIP

or you can search online via www.bootsnall.com

Goodluck!

Thanks, xhennah! I am now trying it out.

[calibob 73]

Trip Advisor Here's a link I use. Try and leave mid week and return mid-end of week to avail of best prices. This price includes everything except xtra baggage fees. Best of luck!!

Bob

[A and T 82]

Use korean air, i got a round trip ticket for $1,300