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$458+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Manila (MNL)

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SFO — MNL
Jun 11 — Jun 181
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl are usually found in April or October, booked 31 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Manila

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Manila (MNL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 6, 2025.

Round-trip from

$791
(oojo)

One-way from

$458
(Korean Air)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,353

Good round-trip deal

$803 or less

Good one-way deal

$558 or less
From San Francisco to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
One-way flight from San Francisco to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($106 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($49 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Francisco to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl.

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Manila
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Manila. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 6, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/117:00 amSFO - MNL
2 stops27h 55mKorean Air
Sat 11/811:20 pmMNL - SFO
2 stops40h 24mKorean Air
Deal found 6/6$787
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/712:40 pmSFO - MNL
1 stop17h 35mANA
Sat 8/302:40 pmMNL - SFO
1 stop17h 15mANA
Deal found 6/5$792
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/811:55 pmSFO - MNL
Nonstop14h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Sat 8/3010:45 pmMNL - SFO
Nonstop13h 05mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 6/5$793
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/297:40 pmSFO - MNL
2 stops31h 55mAir Canada
Fri 10/39:25 amMNL - SFO
1 stop21h 03mAir Canada
Deal found 6/5$797
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2812:10 amSFO - MNL
1 stop26h 40mEVA Air
Sun 11/233:40 amMNL - SFO
1 stop27h 20mEVA Air
Deal found 6/5$799
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/161:05 amSFO - MNL
1 stop17h 30mChina Airlines
Sun 8/314:50 pmMNL - SFO
1 stop18h 40mChina Airlines
Deal found 6/5$800
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/114:10 pmSFO - MNL
2 stops38h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/810:55 pmMNL - SFO
2 stops23h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/4$802
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/14:35 pmSFO - MNL
1 stop22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/710:30 amMNL - SFO
2 stops19h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$805
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Thu 11/2712:00 pmSFO - MNL
1 stop23h 40mChina Eastern
Wed 12/104:55 amMNL - SFO
2 stops28h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 6/5$806
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/319:40 amSFO - MNL
1 stop38h 10mSingapore Airlines
Sat 1/241:05 pmMNL - SFO
1 stop34h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/4$816
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/2711:30 pmSFO - MNL
1 stop20h 25mAsiana Airlines
Sat 11/2212:05 pmMNL - SFO
1 stop18h 55mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 6/6$830

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Manila that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Manila that are best for you.

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San FranciscoManila

SFO - MNL

SFOMNL

San Francisco

Fri 8/8

7:00 am-1:55 am

2 stops27h 55m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 9/2

11:30 pm-10:40 am

1 stop26h 10m

$790

San FranciscoManila

SFO - MNL

SFOMNL

San Francisco

Thu 8/7

12:40 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop17h 35m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sat 8/30

2:40 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop17h 15m

$792

San FranciscoManila

SFO - MNL

SFOMNL

San Francisco

Fri 8/8

11:55 pm-5:30 am

Nonstop14h 35m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sat 8/30

10:45 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop13h 05m

$793

San FranciscoManila

SFO - MNL

SFOMNL

San Francisco

Sat 8/16

1:05 am-9:35 am

1 stop17h 30m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 8/31

4:50 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop18h 40m

$800

San FranciscoManila

SFO - MNL

SFOMNL

San Francisco

Thu 9/4

4:10 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops38h 00m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sat 9/27

10:25 pm-6:32 am

2 stops23h 07m

$802

San FranciscoManila

SFO - MNL

SFOMNL

San Francisco

Mon 9/1

11:55 am-9:15 pm

1 stop18h 20m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 9/15

8:40 am-6:35 am

Nonstop12h 55m

$804

San FranciscoManila

SFO - MNL

SFOMNL

San Francisco

Wed 7/30

10:50 pm-2:40 am

1 stop36h 50m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 9/12

3:50 am-6:40 pm

1 stop29h 50m

$807

San FranciscoManila

SFO - MNL

SFOMNL

San Francisco

Thu 8/28

1:05 pm-6:20 am

2 stops26h 15m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 10/10

9:25 am-7:23 am

2 stops36h 58m

$817

San FranciscoManila

SFO - MNL

SFOMNL

San Francisco

Sun 7/27

11:30 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop32h 05m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 11/24

12:05 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop18h 55m

$830

San FranciscoManila

SFO - MNL

SFOMNL

San Francisco

Sun 7/27

8:55 am-1:20 am

2 stops25h 25m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 11/21

4:55 am-9:00 am

1 stop20h 05m

$846

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SFO

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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Manila

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Manila from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Manila

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Manila?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Manila. Price data was last updated on May 23, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Manila may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 31 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Manila?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Manila (average of $915). Flying from San Francisco to Manila in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,490). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to MNL?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Manila. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 6, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Manila in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 17% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Manila?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Manila. Price data was last updated on May 11, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Manila flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Manila

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Manila. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 6, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to MNL are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Manila by month

Plan your trip to Manila by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Manila ranges from 0.4 - 15.7 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 15.7 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Manila when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Manila by month

Plan your trip to Manila by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Manila, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 78.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Manila

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Manila. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Manila. Reviews last updated June 6, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines from San Francisco to Manila. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
8.3
Very good

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Manila. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve San Francisco to Manila flights?

    San Francisco International Airport is where passengers will board a flight going into Manila. This is an international airport located 13 miles from downtown San Francisco. It is the seventh busiest airport in the United States by passenger count and the second busiest in California. After the flight, passengers going to Manila from San Francisco will land at Ninoy Aquino International Airport. This airport is less than eight miles from Manila. It is a hub for airlines like Philippines AirAsia, Cebu Pacific, and Philippine Airlines. The airport had 45 million passengers in 2018.

  • Which airlines fly directly from San Francisco to Manila?

    There are not many direct, nonstop flights to Manila from San Francisco but Philippine Airlines does offer them. The flight lasts 14h 0m on average and is often available only in the late evening hours. Passengers who prefer a less expensive flight will often find them available on stopover flights. These flights will take longer to get to the destination but tend to be inexpensive compared to direct flights. There are also many different flight departure times with stopover flights when comparing them to direct flights.

  • What are the stopover options between San Francisco to Manila?

    Both flights with a single stop and flights with at least two stops are available from San Francisco to Manila. Flights with more stops tend to cost less money than those with a single stop between these two locations. Unlike direct flights, you can find stopover flights at all times of the day or night. Some of the airlines with these flights include Alaska Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and China Airlines. The flights range in duration from 18h 10m and up, although some flights are much longer. Some of the stopover spots include Seattle / Tacoma International Airport, Seoul Incheon International Airport, and Los Angeles International Airport.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from San Francisco to Manila?

    There is no requirement to have a visa when going to Manila from the United States, but a passport will be needed. This location also requires you to have a return ticket.

  • What airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to Manila?

    Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Manila from San Francisco. Booking flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) should be relatively easy as there are 2 daily flights to Manila from 15 different airlines. 14h 10m is how long a flight from San Francisco to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Manila flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Manila round-trip?

    According to our current data, Korean Air ($791), ANA ($792), and Philippine Airlines ($793) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Manila. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Manila for 21% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Manila one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Korean Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $458. Air Canada flights start at $459 while deals on Asiana Airlines start at $462 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Manila?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Manila? While on average our users pay $2,166, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $475. The most popular route (San Francisco - Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl), is priced around $624.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Manila that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Manila flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Manila?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Manila.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Manila?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Manila by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Manila?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Manila (average of $915). Flying from San Francisco to Manila in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,490). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to Manila

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Manila. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$540Average$893FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$624Average$756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air ChinaCheapest$632Average$707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Air CanadaCheapest$634Average$1,111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China EasternCheapest$638Average$768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$652Average$699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Cathay PacificCheapest$688Average$789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
China AirlinesCheapest$690Average$823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$740Average$1,009FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$750Average$811FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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