On this page, you can find and purchase flights from San Francisco to Manila. Covering a distance of 11,228 km, this route is serviced regularly with approximately 14 flights per week.
Flights are operated by United Airlines and Philippine Airlines. Since ticket prices are dynamic, we recommend using the low-fare calendar and checking information in advance on how to get to the departure airport and how to travel from the airport to your destination.
The table shows direct flights San Francisco → Manila on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 13 h 45 min. Regular flights are operated by United Airlines and Philippine Airlines. Departures from San Francisco International Airport airports, arrivals at Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for San Francisco — Manila by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 1,132 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 2,006 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
San Francisco → Manila, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 2,764 | high | May | AED 2,211 | medium | Sep | AED 1,767 | low |
| Feb | AED 2,542 | high | Jun | AED 2,655 | high | Oct | AED 1,880 | low |
| Mar | AED 2,433 | medium | Jul | AED 2,764 | high | Nov | AED 2,102 | low |
| Apr | AED 2,320 | medium | Aug | AED 1,989 | low | Dec | AED 2,872 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Manila is characterized by high humidity and temperatures. May is the hottest month, with an average high of 32.4°C, while rainfall peaks in July, which can see up to 30 wet days per month.
In terms of budget, the most cost-effective time to fly is September, with fares starting AED 1,136. The most expensive period to travel is December, when prices rise AED 2,013.
The optimal choice for balancing price and weather is February or March, when rainfall is at its lowest. To save on your flight, we recommend avoiding peak dates at the end of the year.
Two main airlines operate on the route from San Francisco to Manila: United Airlines and Philippine Airlines. Together, they offer about 14 flights per week, providing both direct flights and connecting options. To view detailed schedules for specific dates and choose the right fare, please see the list of carriers below.
Flights San Francisco — Manila depart from San Francisco International Airport and arrive at Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate travel time for a direct flight is around 13–14 hours, as the distance between cities exceeds 11,200 km.
Regular flights on this route are operated by United Airlines and the flag carrier of the Philippines, Philippine Airlines.
Yes, direct flights are available on this route, providing the most convenient and fastest way to travel across the ocean.
Airfare is dynamic; you can find the current lowest offers for specific dates in the low-fare calendar on our page.
All major flights from San Francisco (SFO) arrive at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL), which serves Manila.
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