Fly from Barcelona to Manila with Etihad Airways
Book flights from Barcelona to Manila and be transported from an enchanting Spanish city to the warm, welcoming shores of the Philippines.
Discover Manila’s diverse colonial past with its Spanish heritage, fascinating museums displaying pre-Hispanic artefacts, beautiful art galleries, interesting walking tours and the oldest Chinatown in the world. Go a little further afield and you’ll find stunning white-washed beaches and crystal blue waters.
Flying from Barcelona to Manila: FAQs
What is the best way to get from Manila Airport to the city centre?
The best way to travel to the city centre from the airport is by taxi, located outside of the terminal. There are four different options to choose from. Yellow and coupon taxis are the official airport services. Yellow taxis are metered and very safe, while coupon taxis can be more expensive. Street taxis such as white taxis are cost-effective, but less convenient for first-time visitors. There’s also ‘Grab’, an app-based fixed-rate taxi service.
What is the weather like in Manila?
Manila is a hot country all year round with two distinctive seasons – dry and wet. The rainy season falls between June to November when it becomes very humid. Dry season is between December to May, which also sees the warmest weather with highs of 34°C.
Top tips for Barcelona to Manila
See some Spanish heritage
Flying from Barcelona to Manila doesn’t mean you’re leaving Spain behind completely. Head to Intramuros to witness Spanish influence in the Filipino capital. Also known as the ‘Walled City’, this is the oldest area in Manila. Admire the colonial architecture and relaxing streets as you wander around Fort Santiago, San Augustin Church and Casa Manila.
Discover fascinating museums
It’s not only Barcelona that has an abundance of museums to while away the days. Manila has every kind of museum you can imagine – from the National Museum of the Filipino People, full of pre-Hispanic artefacts, to the Marikina Shoe Museum that displays over 800 shoes – there’s quite literally something for every interest. Be sure to stop by the Rizal Shrine Museum, as well as the fascinating Ayala Museum.