$259 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Manila (MNL)

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Popular airlines from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL)

Today's featured flight deals from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL)

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Carry-on included
Lower price than typical

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $259 for one-way flights and $475 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

China Southern Airlines
Fri, Sep 12 - Sun, Sep 21
SFO
San Francisco
MNL
Manila
$475 Roundtrip, just found
$475
Roundtrip
just found
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 12 from San Francisco to Manila, returning Sun, Sep 21, priced at $475 just found
China Eastern Airlines
Thu, Sep 11 - Sat, Oct 18
SFO
San Francisco
MNL
Manila
$610 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$610
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from San Francisco to Manila, returning Sat, Oct 18, priced at $610 found 1 day ago
Singapore Airlines
Wed, Jan 21 - Wed, Feb 11
SFO
San Francisco
MNL
Manila
$614 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$614
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 21 from San Francisco to Manila, returning Wed, Feb 11, priced at $614 found 5 hours ago
Cathay Pacific
Tue, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 15
SFO
San Francisco
MNL
Manila
$683 Roundtrip, just found
$683
Roundtrip
just found
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from San Francisco to Manila, returning Wed, Oct 15, priced at $683 just found
China Airlines
Mon, Jan 5 - Wed, Feb 4
SFO
San Francisco
MNL
Manila
$712 Roundtrip, just found
$712
Roundtrip
just found
Select China Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 5 from San Francisco to Manila, returning Wed, Feb 4, priced at $712 just found
Air China
Wed, Sep 24 - Wed, Nov 5
SFO
San Francisco
MNL
Manila
$716 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$716
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Air China flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from San Francisco to Manila, returning Wed, Nov 5, priced at $716 found 23 hours ago
United
Wed, Sep 10 - Thu, Oct 30
SFO
San Francisco
MNL
Manila
$724 Roundtrip, just found
$724
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Wed, Sep 10 from San Francisco to Manila, returning Thu, Oct 30, priced at $724 just found
Vietnam Airlines
Wed, Feb 11 - Thu, Mar 5
SFO
San Francisco
MNL
Manila
$730 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$730
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Vietnam Airlines flight, departing Wed, Feb 11 from San Francisco to Manila, returning Thu, Mar 5, priced at $730 found 1 day ago
Air Canada
Sun, Sep 14 - Mon, Oct 6
SFO
San Francisco
MNL
Manila
$734 Roundtrip, just found
$734
Roundtrip
just found
Select Air Canada flight, departing Sun, Sep 14 from San Francisco to Manila, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $734 just found
Philippine Airlines
Mon, Oct 13 - Sun, Oct 26
SFO
San Francisco
MNL
Manila
$748 Roundtrip, just found
$748
Roundtrip
just found
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 13 from San Francisco to Manila, returning Sun, Oct 26, priced at $748 just found

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

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $655 - $861 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 $625
MNL
Ninoy Aquino Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center15 min
Flights from $625
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
$475
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 September. 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 $259 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?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $259 or cheap return flight from $475 from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL)?
Planning your trip for September is a great way to save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between SFO and MNL. You'll typically find the lowest prices during off-peak months.
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 San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL)?
Philippine Airlines and United Airlines are some popular carriers offering competitive fares. Keep in mind that flight prices from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL) can change based on demand, seasonality and time of booking. With Expedia's filter tool, you can easily find a SFO to MNL flight that works with your plans and budget.
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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