MNL

MNL is the IATA airport code for Ninoy Aquino International Airport, the primary international gateway to the Philippines. It is located in the southern part of Metro Manila, serving the cities of Pasay and Parañaque and acting as the main aviation hub for the Manila area.

Named after Benigno S. Aquino Jr., the airport handles a mix of international and domestic air traffic and serves as a major operational hub for several Philippine carriers as well as international airlines. It is a key component of the country’s transportation network, supporting tourism, business travel, and freight.

Facilities and terminals

Ninoy Aquino International Airport consists of multiple passenger terminals designated as Terminals 1 through 4. The terminals accommodate a range of services and carrier networks, with international flights generally concentrated in certain terminals and domestic flights in others. The facility has undergone numerous upgrades and expansions to improve capacity, efficiency, and passenger experience, including improvements to security, baggage handling, and passenger flow.

Operations and accessibility

The airport serves as a central point for both inbound and outbound travel to and from the Philippines. It is connected toroad and, increasingly, rail and shuttle networks that facilitate access to central Manila and surrounding provinces. Ongoing modernization aims to increase capacity, reduce queue times, and enhance safety standards to accommodate growing demand.

Other uses of the acronym

The acronym MNL may be encountered in contexts unrelated to aviation. In this article, MNL refers to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, which is the most widely recognized association of the code.

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