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$431+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Manila (MNL)

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl are usually found in October or September, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Thursday

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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$737
(IEagle)

One-way from

$431
(CrystalTravel)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,214

Good round-trip deal

$754 or less

Good one-way deal

$430 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. 10% potential increase in price ($120 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($50 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 10/1411:55 pmSFO - MNL
Nonstop14h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Thu 10/2310:45 pmMNL - SFO
Nonstop13h 05mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 7/3$734
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Tue 8/268:55 amSFO - MNL
2 stops25h 25mChina Eastern
Fri 9/52:25 amMNL - SFO
1 stop21h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/3$735
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/261:05 amSFO - MNL
1 stop17h 30mChina Airlines
Thu 9/1110:35 amMNL - SFO
1 stop24h 55mChina Airlines
Deal found 7/3$736
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/110:50 pmSFO - MNL
1 stop36h 50mVietnam Airlines
Fri 10/173:50 amMNL - SFO
1 stop29h 50mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 7/3$739
This Ucuzabilet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Ucuzabilet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/11:40 pmSFO - MNL
1 stop19h 35mCathay Pacific
Mon 9/1510:45 amMNL - SFO
1 stop26h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/1$743
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/61:10 pmSFO - MNL
1 stop21h 45mKorean Air
Mon 8/183:05 amMNL - SFO
1 stop22h 55mKorean Air
Deal found 7/2$745
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/2711:30 amSFO - MNL
1 stop27h 10mSingapore Airlines
Wed 10/156:30 pmMNL - SFO
1 stop30h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 7/3$748
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Wed 8/611:30 pmSFO - MNL
1 stop20h 25mAsiana Airlines
Fri 8/2212:05 pmMNL - SFO
1 stop18h 55mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 7/2$752
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/3012:55 amSFO - MNL
Nonstop14h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/178:40 amMNL - SFO
Nonstop12h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/3$754
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Mon 8/257:40 pmSFO - MNL
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/810:45 pmMNL - SFO
Nonstop13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$755
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Thu 9/46:39 pmSFO - MNL
1 stop20h 41mAir Canada
Wed 9/249:25 amMNL - SFO
2 stops41h 58mAir Canada
Deal found 7/3$764

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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 July 3, 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

Tue 8/26

8:55 am-1:20 am

2 stops25h 25m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 9/5

2:25 am-9:05 am

1 stop21h 40m

$735

San FranciscoManila

SFO - MNL

SFOMNL

San Francisco

Tue 8/26

1:05 am-9:35 am

1 stop17h 30m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 9/11

10:35 am-8:30 pm

1 stop24h 55m

$736

San FranciscoManila

SFO - MNL

SFOMNL

San Francisco

Wed 10/1

10:50 pm-2:40 am

1 stop36h 50m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 10/17

3:50 am-6:40 pm

1 stop29h 50m

$739

San FranciscoManila

SFO - MNL

SFOMNL

San Francisco

Thu 9/11

11:55 pm-5:30 am

Nonstop14h 35m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 9/25

10:45 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop13h 05m

$740

San FranciscoManila

SFO - MNL

SFOMNL

San Francisco

Tue 9/30

12:20 am-7:10 pm

1 stop27h 50m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 10/19

8:20 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop17h 20m

$741

San FranciscoManila

SFO - MNL

SFOMNL

San Francisco

Wed 8/6

1:10 pm-1:55 am

1 stop21h 45m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 8/18

3:05 am-11:00 am

1 stop22h 55m

$745

San FranciscoManila

SFO - MNL

SFOMNL

San Francisco

Sat 9/27

11:30 am-5:40 am

1 stop27h 10m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 10/15

6:30 pm-9:40 am

1 stop30h 10m

$748

San FranciscoManila

SFO - MNL

SFOMNL

San Francisco

Wed 8/6

11:30 pm-10:55 am

1 stop20h 25m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 8/22

12:05 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop18h 55m

$752

San FranciscoManila

SFO - MNL

SFOMNL

San Francisco

Sat 8/30

12:55 am-5:55 am

Nonstop14h 00m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 9/17

8:40 am-6:35 am

Nonstop12h 55m

$754

San FranciscoManila

SFO - MNL

SFOMNL

San Francisco

Mon 8/25

7:40 pm-5:30 am

1 stop18h 50m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 9/8

10:45 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop13h 05m

$755

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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

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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 June 27, 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 84 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 $909). 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 July 3, 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 July 3, 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).

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 July 3, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Korean Air, Japan Airlines, and China Airlines from San Francisco to Manila to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

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, China Airlines ($737), Vietnam Airlines ($739), and Philippine Airlines ($740) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Manila. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Manila for 25% 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 Japan Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $431. China Airlines flights start at $432 while deals on Air Canada start at $434 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 $2,165, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $374. The most popular route (San Francisco - Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl), is priced around $540.

  • 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 $909). 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$539Average$873FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$609Average$740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air CanadaCheapest$634Average$1,107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China EasternCheapest$638Average$772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$652Average$700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
China AirlinesCheapest$681Average$817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Cathay PacificCheapest$688Average$789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air ChinaCheapest$689Average$707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$744Average$1,013FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$748Average$816FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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