$288+ Cheap flights to Manila

Peak Season: Manila is becoming more popular as a holiday destination for Australians, especially during the dry season which runs from December to May. January to March is the busiest period as the weather is cooler with temps in the low 30s. Travellers book cheap flights to Manila as a jumping off point to explore the Philippines’ islands but many stopover in Manila to enjoy its cultural attractions, excellent shopping and cosmopolitan nightlife. Easter and Christmas are busy times to fly to Manila, and annual festivals, which can affect flight ticket prices and availability, include the Feast of the Black Nazarene in January, Cocoa De Flores in April and Flores de Mayo in May. Off Season It’s best to avoid travelling to Manila during typhoon season which is July to October. Look for cheap flights to Manila either side of this period. June and November, though likely to be wet, are considered ‘transition’ months so there’s a good chance the weather will be favourable.

Flights from Sydney to Manila – 8 hrs 5 mins Flights from Melbourne to Manila – 11 hrs 10 mins Flights from Brisbane to Manila – 7 hrs 25 mins Flights from Perth to Manila – 9 hrs 35 mins

Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines and Qantas are the main carriers which operate direct flights to Manila from Darwin, Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne. If flying from outside of these cities, you’re less likely to find cheap flights to Manila but there are quite a few airlines that fly indirectly to Manila via Kuala Lumpur including Malaysia Airlines and Air Asia.

Depending which airline you fly, international flights to Manila land at either Terminal 1, Terminal 2 or Terminal 3. If you need to connect with other terminals, take the free shuttle bus service which runs every fifteen minutes. To reach the city centre, the cheapest (and most colourful) way is to catch a jeepney to Baclaran, a major transport hub ten minutes from the airport. From here you can catch the Metro-Rail to the city. Alternatively a city bus service leaves from outside Terminal 1 and 2. Major hotels may provide a shuttle bus or taxi service, so check when you book your accommodation.

Great question - MNL just means Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what this unique code and ones like it mean when you look for flights!

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL), located 10.9 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Manila. On average, Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl has 2 flights from Sydney per day from 13 airlines.

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Manila on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, AirAsia is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Manila.

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Manila. One-way flights to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl typically cost $25, while return flights cost around $45.

A return flight to Manila will typically cost around $111, however they can be found for as little as $30.

For those looking to save time traveling to Manila, Perth offers the quickest one-way flight (7 hours 5 minutes).

Yes. Those touching down at Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Yes. Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Manila Airport Hotel by Urban Connect is the closest property to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (0.0 km away from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl).