Flying from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Sydney Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 8 hours 35 minutes.
Manila is three hours behind Sydney and is in the UTC+8 timezone.
Take your pick of 21 weekly Sydney Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flights. The 10:10 departure with Philippine Airlines is the earliest available. Qantas operates the latest service of the day at 13:25.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your SYD to MNL flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
A number of airlines offer direct flights from Sydney Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, so getting to Manila (and then seeing more parts of the Philippines!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Cebu Pacific on this route.
With a reliable 85.71% of services arriving as planned, Philippine Airlines has the best on-time record for SYD to MNL flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sydney Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between SYD and MNL include:
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Brisbane Airport
Bali (Denpasar) Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight is 178 €. A round-trip fare right now is 300 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from SYD to MNL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Sydney Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from SYD to MNL.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Sydney Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport.
Handy information about Sydney Airport (SYD)
Of the departures from Sydney Airport, 66% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Sydney Airport from central Sydney, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport will take about 15 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near SYD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Sydney Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sydney Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MNL instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Europcar to explore Manila and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport about four weeks before you travel.
When to fly to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Sydney Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport. May is the most popular month to visit Manila. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in September.
Book your flight from Sydney Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport for May if you want to go to Manila during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SYD to MNL in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of the Philippines
You've visited Manila, now it's time to explore other parts of the Philippines. Journey around 8 kilometres north-east to Quezon City to tick off its top attractions. From Botanical Garden & Arboretum to Christ the King and Art in Island, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another corner of the Philippines, head for Taguig, about 13 kilometres south-east of Manila. The Mind Museum, Metropolitan Museum of Manila - BGC and One Bonifacio High Street Park are highlights.