Manila Airport (NAIA) to Makati and BGC
Private transfer Manila Airport (NAIA) to Makati and BGC: $30 sedan, $35 7-seater, $60 van, $60 Premium — per car, one way. 10 km, about 45 min. Driver, fuel and tolls included; 50% online to confirm, the rest in cash to the driver, or 100% online (under $100: in full); full refund if cancelled 24 h+ before pickup. Prices checked .
Makati and Bonifacio Global City (BGC) are only about 10 km from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), but Manila traffic makes it 30–75 minutes. A car that waits with your name and a fixed price avoids the taxi queue and surge pricing after a long flight.
- Distance10 km
- Drive time45 min
- Pricefrom $30
Manila Airport (NAIA) to Makati and BGC: price per car
| Car | Per car one way | Per person if you are 2 · 3 · 4 · 6, USD | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan up to 3 Toyota Vios / Honda City or similar | $30 ≈ ₱1,830 | ≈ 15 | ≈ 10 | — | — |
| 7-seat SUV / MPV up to 5 Toyota Innova / Fortuner or similar | $35 ≈ ₱2,140 | ≈ 18 | ≈ 12 | ≈ 9 | — |
| Van (up to 10) up to 10 Toyota HiAce GL Grandia or similar | $60 ≈ ₱3,660 | ≈ 30 | ≈ 20 | ≈ 15 | ≈ 10 |
| Premium van up to 6 Toyota HiAce Super Grandia or similar, up to 6 | $60 ≈ ₱3,660 | ≈ 30 | ≈ 20 | ≈ 15 | ≈ 10 |
no night or weekend surcharge · return — price of the reverse route · entrance tickets and boat fees not included.
Manila Airport (NAIA) to Makati / BGC: every way compared (2026)
| Option | Price | Time | Door to door | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grab (sedan) | approx. ₱300–600 per car | not verified | Yes | Two people, light luggage |
| Airport coupon taxi | approx. ₱450–800 per car (Makati / Pasay) | not verified | Yes | No app needed |
| P2P / UBE Express bus (Terminal 3 only) | approx. ₱150–200 per person | not verified | No | Budget, light luggage |
| Private car (PhpRide) | $30 per car (sedan), ≈ $10 per person for 3 | 45 min | Yes | Families, luggage, night arrivals, photo stops |
Public transport fares are approximate; check locally. Sources: Wego, Manila Airport transfer: NAIA to City Center (21.07.2026) (2026-10-22); Wego, Manila Airport transfer: NAIA to City Center (21.07.2026) (2026-10-22); Wego, Manila Airport transfer: NAIA to City Center (21.07.2026) (2026-10-22).
The road
From Terminal 1 or 3 over the NAIA Expressway and EDSA or C-5 to Makati, Ortigas or BGC. Evening rush (about 5–8 pm) is the slowest.
Good to know
- Tell us the terminal — NAIA terminals are far apart and the driver waits at the right one.
- Arrival in the evening rush: plan for over an hour.
- Same price at night and on holidays.
Included
- Private car and licensed driver, fuel, expressway tolls (NLEX, SLEX, CALAX, CCLEX where used), parking
- English-speaking driver
- Meet & greet with a name sign at the airport, 60 min free waiting after landing
- Short stops on the way for food or photos (up to 30 min on transfers)
- Child seat free on request
- Free cancellation up to 24 h before pickup (multi-day: 7 days)
Who runs your trip
PhpRide: Bookings operated by GG Services Limited (Hong Kong). We hand-pick licensed drivers in every country, preferring drivers with experience in tourism.
English-speaking driver as standard (English is an official language of the Philippines); a Russian-speaking driver is rarely available — ask, and we confirm before you pay
Manila Airport (NAIA) to Makati and BGC: questions
How much is a private transfer from NAIA to Makati or BGC?
$30 for a sedan, $35 for a 7-seater, $60 for a van up to 10 — fixed per car with meet & greet.
Is Grab or the airport taxi cheaper?
Yes. According to Wego (July 2026) Grab costs about ₱300–600 and the coupon taxi ₱450–800 to Makati. A pre-booked car is for a fixed price, a name sign, child seats and bigger cars for families.
Do you also go to Ortigas, Pasay or Manila Bay hotels?
Yes, at the same price for Metro Manila hotels south of Quezon City; for Quezon City and beyond ask on WhatsApp.