Return fares to Manila by month, based on the cheapest return airfares found for each month.
The cheapest month to fly to Manila is October 2026, with return fares from $406 — 69% cheaper than the most expensive month (January 2027, from $1,293).
Based on the fares we've tracked, October is typically the cheapest month to fly to Manila, with return fares from $406. January is the most expensive month, with the cheapest return fares around $1,293 as school holidays and the Christmas peak push prices up.
Across the year, return fares to Manila average around $634. If you can travel in the off-peak months of October, August and September, you'll generally pay up to 36% less than the yearly average.
These are the cheapest prices for return airfares to Manila
These are the average prices for return airfares to Manila
When is the cheapest time to travel to Manila? The cheapest month to travel is typically October.
How much do return flights to Manila cost?The best price we found for a return flight to Manila is $456.
What is the cheapest date to fly to Manila?Currently, the cheapest date for a return flight to Manila is 11 October 2026.
What is the cheapest airline that flys to Manila?Currently, the cheapest airline that flys to Manila is Jetstar.
Which airlines fly direct to Manila? Cebu Pacific, Jetstar, Philippine Airlines and Qantas fly direct.
How long does a direct flight to Manila take? The shortest direct flight usually takes 6 hours and 55 minutes.
What is the IATA airport code for Manila?The IATA code for Manila is MNL. It is located in Philippines at coordinates 14.5096, 121.0125.
When should you book flights to Manila?From our data, you should book flights to Manila 60 days out.
Ninoy Aquino Airport is only about 7 km south of Manila, but heavy traffic means the trip can take well over an hour during peak times. There is no rail link to any terminal, so all transport is by road.
- Grab is the most practical option for most travellers. It is officially permitted at all terminals. The fare is set in the app before you confirm. Follow signs to the designated ride-hailing pickup area at your terminal.
- Yellow airport taxis operate from official ranks at all terminals on a metered fare. Always insist on the meter. Journey to Makati or the Manila Bay area takes 20 to 40 minutes in light traffic, but can stretch to 90 minutes or more during rush hour on EDSA.
- UBE Express coaches run air-conditioned services from the terminals to Robinsons Place Manila and other city destinations. A good option if you are not in a rush and your destination aligns with the route.
The airport has three passenger terminals (T1, T2 and T3) that are not connected airside. Allow at least 30 minutes if you need to transfer between them. Ignore touts inside the arrivals hall offering rides and head to the official taxi queue or Grab pickup zone.
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