$347 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Manila (MNL)

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Manila (SFO-MNL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $347 for one-way flights and $610 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

China Eastern Airlines
Thu, Aug 14 - Thu, Aug 28
SFO
San Francisco
MNL
Manila
$610 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$610
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 14 from San Francisco to Manila, returning Thu, Aug 28, priced at $610 found 1 hour ago
Singapore Airlines
Tue, Aug 26 - Thu, Oct 2
SFO
San Francisco
MNL
Manila
$632 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$632
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 26 from San Francisco to Manila, returning Thu, Oct 2, priced at $632 found 1 day ago
Vietnam Airlines
Wed, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 29
SFO
San Francisco
MNL
Manila
$730 Roundtrip, just found
$730
Roundtrip
just found
Select Vietnam Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 15 from San Francisco to Manila, returning Wed, Oct 29, priced at $730 just found
Air Canada
Wed, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 27
SFO
San Francisco
MNL
Manila
$736 Roundtrip, just found
$736
Roundtrip
just found
Select Air Canada flight, departing Wed, Oct 22 from San Francisco to Manila, returning Mon, Oct 27, priced at $736 just found
Cathay Pacific
Thu, Aug 14 - Sun, Aug 31
SFO
San Francisco
MNL
Manila
$749 Roundtrip, just found
$749
Roundtrip
just found
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Thu, Aug 14 from San Francisco to Manila, returning Sun, Aug 31, priced at $749 just found
China Airlines
Sun, Feb 1 - Thu, Feb 5
SFO
San Francisco
MNL
Manila
$758 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$758
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select China Airlines flight, departing Sun, Feb 1 from San Francisco to Manila, returning Thu, Feb 5, priced at $758 found 6 days ago
Air China
Wed, Aug 20 - Sat, Nov 1
SFO
San Francisco
MNL
Manila
$782 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$782
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Air China flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from San Francisco to Manila, returning Sat, Nov 1, priced at $782 found 5 days ago
United
Mon, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 27
SFO
San Francisco
MNL
Manila
$792 Roundtrip, just found
$792
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Mon, Oct 13 from San Francisco to Manila, returning Mon, Oct 27, priced at $792 just found
Asiana Airlines
Tue, Oct 21 - Tue, Nov 4
SFO
San Francisco
MNL
Manila
$804 Roundtrip, just found
$804
Roundtrip
just found
Select Asiana Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 21 from San Francisco to Manila, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $804 just found
Korean Air
Tue, Oct 21 - Tue, Nov 4
SFO
San Francisco
MNL
Manila
$810 Roundtrip, just found
$810
Roundtrip
just found
Select Korean Air flight, departing Tue, Oct 21 from San Francisco to Manila, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $810 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Manila (MNL)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $699 - $868 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Manila

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Ninoy Aquino Intl. MNL. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 15 minutes. Flights from $749
MNL
Ninoy Aquino Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center15 min
Flights from $749
Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Manila (MNL)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Ninoy Aquino Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, All Nippon Airways, American Airlines, Asiana Airlines, Cathay Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, EVA Airways, Emirates, Japan Airlines, Korean Air, Malaysia Airlines, Philippine Airlines, Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Turkish Airlines, United, Vietnam Airlines
Roundtrip price
$610
Distance
6977 mi
Average flight time
29 hours 17 mins

San Francisco to Manila Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Francisco to Manila

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Francisco to Manila are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Manila with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Manila

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco to Manila: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Francisco to Manila

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Francisco to Manila in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $347 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Francisco to Manila flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Francisco to Manila airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL) cost?
Snag cheap return flights starting at $792 from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a United flight leaving SFO on August 19 2025 and touching down at MNL. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SFO to MNL?
The cheapest flights from SFO to MNL are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL)?
When setting off from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), you can take a nonstop flight to Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL) with United Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SFO to MNL?
With prices starting from $436 for a one-way flight from SFO to MNL, United is currently the cheapest carrier for this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SFO on October 14 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL)?
When flying out of San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), you can take your pick from an average of 2 daily direct flights to Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL)?
More passengers fly between SFO and MNL at 10 PM than at any other time. Looking to skip the crowds? Try choosing a quieter departure window and there's a chance you'll save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to MNL?
If you depart on a Saturday, you'll get the biggest range of choices for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL).
What is the earliest flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 10:25PM UTC-8, leaving from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). You'll be in the air for approximately 15h 10m, coming in to land at Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL) at approximately 5:35AM UTC+8.
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL)?
Flights from SFO to MNL have an average travel time of 15 hours and 10 minutes. The distance between these two airports is 7,000 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SFO to MNL?
With 93% of flights generally arriving on schedule, United Airlines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL). To monitor your flight status and get notified if anything changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL)?
To touch down at Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL) on time, choose a flight that takes off from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Manila from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
If you're flying on a direct flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Manila, Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your departure to book a flight from SFO to MNL generally means paying more. Although you may find some last-minute discounts, they're not always guaranteed. Keep your travel plans flexible to maximize your chances of getting a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to MNL flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a SFO to MNL flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better yet, having everything in one place will take the stress out of planning your trip. Just pick your flights and choose from our extensive range of hotels, then customize your trip with other add-ons like activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL)?
In most instances, you can cancel or reschedule your SFO to MNL flight. However, additional charges may apply, especially if you booked over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's policies and fees on flight changes, or if you'd like more information, go to our Customer Service portal.

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