260 € Cheap Flights from Sydney to Manila Ninoy Aquino

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Manila Ninoy Aquino flights are currently cheapest in April.

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Sydney to Manila Ninoy Aquino: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Sydney to Manila below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Manila Ninoy Aquino.

Sydney to Manila: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found260 €
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time8 hrs, 38 mins
Most popular airlineQantas
Average flights per week17

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Manila Ninoy Aquino: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Manila Ninoy Aquino is 260 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
8 hours and 38 minutes is the average flight time from Sydney to Manila Ninoy Aquino.
Qantas, Philippine Airlines and Cebu Pacific fly direct from Sydney to Manila Ninoy Aquino.
As of July 2025, there are 17 flights per week flying from Sydney to Manila Ninoy Aquino.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Manila Ninoy Aquino is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport on Tuesday, 14 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 38 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Manila Ninoy Aquino but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Manila is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Cebu Pacific offers the cheapest flight tickets to Manila Ninoy Aquino.

Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 8 hours 30 minutes.

  • The timezone in Manila is UTC+8, which is three hours behind Sydney.

  • Each week, there are 29 Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board as early as possible, take the 10:30 Philippine Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 13:25 with Qantas.

  • To ensure you get on your SYD to MNL flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Travelling during a peak time like April? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, so jetting off to Manila (and then discovering more of Philippines!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:

  • The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Cebu Pacific Air.

  • Among carriers operating SYD to MNL flights, Cebu Pacific Air has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.

  • If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. These are the top stopovers between SYD and MNL:

    • Brisbane Airport

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

    • Ngurah Rai International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)

  • 126 € is currently the best price for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. A return flight starts from 260 €. These prices may change based on availability and demand.

  • Book six months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SYD to MNL.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SYD to MNL.

  • Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.

Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • Of all flights leaving Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% land on schedule at their destination.

  • To reach Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport from central Sydney, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to SYD? If you've booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)

  • If you're landing on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near MNL:

  • Travel at your own pace with a Ninoy Aquino International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Europcar and find adventure across Manila and beyond.

  • To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Ninoy Aquino International Airport about four weeks ahead.

Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila

  • From Ninoy Aquino International Airport, Manila is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Manila. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in February.

  • When reserving your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Manila, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SYD to MNL around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Philippines

  • Quezon City is just one of the many cities in Philippines waiting to be explored after you've experienced Manila. Around 8 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Pinky Spikes, Province and GEE’s SPOT GARDEN by Gerard.

  • Taguig is another must-experience destination in Philippines and is around 13 kilometres south-east of Manila. No trip is complete without a visit to Sib Plants, Philippine Science Heritage Centre or Salinlahi Museum and BGC Astronaut Mural.

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