Flights Las Vegas (LAS) - Manila (MNL) with Korean Air

About the flight

The departure airport for flights Las Vegas (LAS) to Manila (MNL) with Korean Air is McCarran International Airport (LAS). Located just five miles south of downtown Las Vegas, the airport is within walking distance from the legendary Strip. It's the main airport in the Las Vegas Valley for both public and military use - ranked as the world's eight-busiest airport in terms of total aircraft movements. The airport features four runways and two passenger terminals: flights with Korean Air depart from terminal 3.

The arrival airport in Manila is named Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) - often abbreviated as NAIA. It's also commonly referred to as Manila International Airport. The airport serves as the largest international gateway for travelers to The Philippines. It's located on the border between the cities of Pasay and Parañaque, about four miles south of the city of Manila. Over the last years, the airport has seen a sharp increase in passenger numbers and has undergone major renovations to keep pace with this growth.

Flights from Las Vegas (LAS) - Manila (MNL) with Korean Air have a flight distance of 7,385 miles. Direct flights are not available, and one or two transfers are required. Korean Air operates five flights a week to Seoul, where direct connections to Manila are available. The flight duration of these flights is typically 20 hours and 10 minutes. Flights with an extra stopover in cities such as Los Angeles and Seattle are available as well.

About the airline

Korean Air is the largest airline and flag carrier of South Korea, based in the country's capital Seoul. The airline is a founding member of the Sky Team and launched a joint-venture partnership with Delta Air Linesin 2018. It was voted Asia's best airline by readers of the magazine Business Travelers in 2012. Perks of flying with Korean Air include great legroom, excellent food, and outstanding service in all classes.

Flights Las Vegas (LAS) - Manila (MNL) with Korean Air depart for Seoul five times a week at 10:50 p.m. The flight typically includes a two-and-a-half-hour transfer at Incheon International Airport (ICN) in Seoul and arrives in Manila at 11:00 a.m., two days later (local time). Flights with two stopovers depart from Las Vegas several times a day and have varying departure times, flight durations, and ticket prices. Some take just slightly longer and have similar prices to flights with one stopover.

Flights Las Vegas (LAS) - Manila (MNL) with Korean Air are executed by a Boeing 777-300R, with a whopping 33-inch seat pitch. On-demand entertainment, power and USB outlets, and in-flight meals are provided. Passengers are allowed two free pieces of checked baggage on flight services.

Transportation, transfers & car rental

As the airport is only a 15-minute drive from downtown Las Vegas, many travelers use a ride-hailing service, such as Uber or Lyft, to get to Las Vegas Airport (LAS). A passenger drop-off spot for private cars and short and long-term parking facilities are available too. The regional bus service RTC provides public buses to the airport: terminal 3 is serviced by the Westcliff Airport Express and Centennial Express routes. Various inter-city shuttles are available to and from communities in the surroundings of Las Vegas City.

Upon arrival at Manila Airport (MNL), several means of transport are available. In 2017, the airport launched the UBE Express Bus, which offers a shuttle service to the city. Frequent public buses run between the airport and downtown Manila as well. The light rail system (LRT and MRT) doesn't stop at the airport - it takes a short bus or taxi drive to get to the nearest station. Airport taxis can be found outside the terminals 24 hours a day. Car rental services are also available at the airport.

In addition, there are several other ways of getting around in Manila. The Grab application can be used as an alternative to regular taxis, while jeepneys and vans provide an alternative to regular buses. Tricycles are widely available and useful for shorter distances.

Practical information

US. citizens can enter the Philippines without a visa if they intend to stay 30 days or less - provided they have a passport valid for at least six more months and are in possession of a return or onward ticket.

The time in Manila is 15 hours ahead of Las Vegas. The currency of the Philippines is the Philippine Peso - one US. Dollar currently equals 50 Peso. The official national languages are Filipino and English, but the country has many regional languages and dialects. The regional language traditionally spoken in Manila is Tagalog - the base language of the official Filipino language. The predominant religion in the Philippines is Catholicism.

The culture of the Philippines is a blend of indigenous Filipino, Spanish Catholic, American, and Asian influences. Given the widespread use of the English language and familiar religious and cultural habits, US. visitors are likely to feel at home easily.

Top travel tips

Here is a list of the top three things to do in Manila:

Intramuros

Intramuros - also known as the Walled City - was the city center during the Spanish occupation. It features old Spanish homes turned museums and important historic sites. Looking for an original way to explore the district? Take an NGO-led tour on sustainable bamboo bikes!

Chinatown

Manila's Chinatown is best explored through flavors: a gastronomic tour through the back alleys of Binondo is an experience not to be missed. The Binondo Food Wok is led by the local guide that once guided Anthony Bourdain through the city.

Visit the National Museum

Art plays an important role in Filipino culture - and the best place to explore the nation's art heritage is by visiting the National Museum. Its centerpiece is the painting Spoliarium: the most internationally renowned piece of art in Filipino art history.

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