Manila to El Nido

Manila to El Nido

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El Nido
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Manila to El Nido Destination Reviews

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Klaes S
Very poor conditions in a 32 hour ride. I recommend it for the experience and for the money saved on flights, but don't expect a comfortable ride.
Manila to El Nido, Ferry Premium Class, Atienza InterIsland Ferries (Atienza InterIsland Ferries), Jan 6, 2026
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Richard M
Believed it to be a 24 hour trip. Boarded at 4pm as directed but the ship didn't leave until 10pm. And tge Air conditioning in the "premium class" didn't start until we shipped out at 10, then it only ran for 8 hours of what turned out to be 37 hours from boarding to disembarking! Very basic dorm bunk beds!
Manila to El Nido, Ferry Premium Class, Atienza InterIsland Ferries (Atienza InterIsland Ferries), Nov 24, 2025
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Maryjoy P
I provided correct information ( date of birth ) but third party provider provided incorrect date of birth that caused me an extra $100 in the check in counter of Air Swift. And was told , that I will likely be charged another $ $100 coming back. Due to typhoon, internet connection is not reliable & unable to reach anyone when I called.
Manila to El Nido, flight Economy, AirSWIFT (AirSWIFT), Nov 4, 2025
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Timothy H
There was a delay but I have no complaints. The airport was very systematic with its flow of passengers through the terminal and onto the plane!
Manila to El Nido, flight Economy, AirSWIFT (AirSWIFT), Apr 24, 2023
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Elena R
Super fast and easy check in with preference and even give me earlier flight for me to not wait longer
Manila to El Nido, flight Economy, AirSWIFT (AirSWIFT), Dec 5, 2022
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Manila to El Nido Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Ferry
Atienza InterIsland Ferries
Premium Class
00:00
12:00
$36.40
Ferry
Atienza InterIsland Ferries
Economy
01:00
01:00
$33.60
Ferry
Atienza InterIsland Ferries
Economy
03:00
05:00
$33.60
  2.0
Flight
Cebu Pacific
Economy
03:40
11:00
$197.46
Flight
CebGo
Economy
04:00
11:00
$243.24
Flight
AirSWIFT
Economy
04:40
06:10
$128.73
  5.0
Flight
AirSWIFT
Economy
05:15
06:45
$122.38
  5.0
Flight
AirSWIFT
Economy
05:55
07:25
$120.07
  5.0
Flight
CebGo
Economy
06:25
13:30
$196.27
Flight
AirSWIFT
Economy
06:45
08:20
$115.07
  5.0
Flight
CebGo
Economy
07:10
13:30
$167.32
Flight
Cebu Pacific
Economy
07:50
16:25
$210.29
Flight
Cebu Pacific
Economy
08:30
16:25
$247.69
Flight
Cebu Pacific
Economy
09:00
16:25
$224.38
Flight
Cebu Pacific
Economy
09:35
16:25
$162.47
Ferry
Atienza InterIsland Ferries
Economy
10:00
22:00
$23.80
  2.0
Flight
Cebu Pacific
Economy
10:20
16:25
$248.19
Ferry
Atienza InterIsland Ferries
Economy
11:00
23:00
$23.80
  2.0
Flight
AirSWIFT
Economy
11:20
12:55
$104.68
  5.0
Flight
Cebu Pacific
Economy
11:45
16:25
$210.29

How to get from Manila to El Nido

Travelling between Manila and El Nido is possible by Flight, ferry and van. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Ferry is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 122.38 if you go by flight+Van; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a flight+van which will set you back mere USD 122.38.

How long does it take to get from Manila to El Nido?

It can take you anywhere between 5 and 36 hours to travel between Manila and El Nido depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Manila and El Nido. Flight will bring you to your destination in 4h 10m. Ferry does a much slower job and take about 1d 12h to reach El Nido.

How much does it cost to get from Manila to El Nido?

Travelling between Manila and El Nido can be as cheap as USD 122.38 if you opt for a Palajuanders Travel and Tours, Philippine Airlines flight+van and as expensive as USD 122.38 if you buy a Palajuanders Travel and Tours, Philippine Airlines flight+Van ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Manila and El Nido ?

  • 1 by flight+Van from Manila to El Nido starting from 06:00 Manila Airport until 06:00 Manila Airport

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Manila to El Nido.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Ferry

Ferry may be a tiring experience especially if you are prone to seasickness and often is not the cheapest option available but it almost always makes for a very picturesque journey.

Things to remember: Ferry rides may be cancelled due to rough seas.

Companies operating ferry routes between Manila and El Nido

Atienza InterIsland Ferries

What is the most popular transport to get from Manila to El Nido?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Ferry remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 98% travelled aboard a ferry
  • 2% chosen flight

Transportation from Manila to El Nido

Facts about the transport from Manila to El Nido

Cheapest Transport$31
Fastest Transport4h 10m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure4:15 PM
Departures per day1
Distance1800 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAtienza InterIsland Ferries, Palajuanders Travel and Tours, Philippine Airlines