Ninoy Aquino International, just south of Manila in the Philippines, is the country’s main international gateway. There are three terminals: Terminal 1, the main international terminal with about 27 airlines; Terminal 2, the Centennial Terminal, used by Philippine Airlines; and a domestic terminal. A third international terminal is scheduled to open in 2008. www.ato.gov.ph
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A jeepney runs between the terminals for a small fare, although transferring at peak times can be difficult.
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Taxi: The journey time into Manila varies enormously depending on the time of day. At peak times, it can take up to two hours; at best, it will take 30 minutes. It is recommended to only take a taxi with a Department of Tourism (DOT) accreditation. Flagging a taxi on the road outside the airport is notoriously expensive and often dangerous. To avoid being hassled, book a taxi at one of the taxi desks before leaving the airport. Complimentary hotel cars can be arranged at the airport's hotel reservations desks. Limousine: Limousine companies have desks in the Arrivals area, with rates pre-approved by the Airport Authority.
Bus: An airport bus runs to Metro Manila; a cheap and frequent Metrobus also operates to Metro Manila. Jeepney: Privately owned jeepneys run to/from Baclaran where there is a metrorail terminal along Quirino Avenue to complete the journey to the city.
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Parking is available in front of the International Passenger Terminal 1 (parking A, B and C) and in front of Centennial Terminal 2. Long-term parking is available at the corner of Domestic and MIA Roads; a free shuttle runs to the terminals.
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Money and communications: Airport facilities include banks, post offices (outside Terminal 1 Arrivals and in the Terminal 2 Arrivals south wing) and telephones. All banks at the airport provide a bureau de change service during flight operations. An ATM center is located in the Arrivals area.
Eating and drinking: There are several restaurants, coffee shops, snack bars and bars in Terminal 1.
Shopping: Duty-free shopping is available. There is a duty-free shop located roughly a mile (about one mile) from Terminal 1, served by a shuttle bus.
Luggage: There is no baggage storage facility at the airport. Trolleys are available free of charge and a free porter service is available on request. There is a lost property office in the Departures area of Terminal 1.
Other facilities: Baby-changing facilities, a children’s playroom, salon, sauna and massage service, 24-hour medical centers, chapels, and a pharmacy are all available.
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The Philippine Village Airport Manila (tel: +63 (0)2 833 8080) is the only airport hotel and is located 1 mile from the terminal; passengers in transit can rent a day room for resting. Nearby hotels include the Traders Hotel Manila, The Heritage Hotel Manila, Renaissance Makati, Oakwood Premier Ayala, InterContinental Manila, Hyatt Regency Manila and the Makati Shangri-La. There are hotel reservation desks at the airport in both terminals and major hotels provide a shuttle service.
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The airport is wheelchair-accessible with ramps, elevators and disabled toilets, and wheelchairs are available on request from airline ground staff; passengers requiring this service or any special assistance should inform their airline prior to travel. There is a contact number for assistance (tel: +63 (0)2 877 1111).
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The airport provides an executive lounge with business facilities and showers. The nearby Philippine Village Airport Manila (tel: +63 (0)2 833 8080) provides fully-equipped meeting and conference rooms for up to 1,000, with audiovisual equipment and catering available.
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