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Flights from Los Angeles to Manila

Nonstop flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Manila (MNL) take about 15h 11m (11,740 km). Philippine Airlines flies it. Lowest fare seen: $286 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Manila

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Airport transfer

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Before you flyAirport lounges at LAX →1 lounge at LAX Airport Trains, buses and taxi faresMNL to Manila: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Manila →5 drop-off points

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Airlines flying Los Angeles to Manila

Carriers on LAX–MNL according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Philippine Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Los Angeles to Manila fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Mar 2027, from $450 one-way. With stops: Mar 2027, from $336. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Nov 2026	$4811 Nov 2026 · Philippine Airlines	$408 · 1 stop14 Nov 2026
Dec 2026	$113922 Dec 2026 · Philippine Airlines	$672 · 1 stop22 Dec 2026 · Philippine Airlines
Feb 2027	$4701 Feb 2027 · Philippine Airlines	$361 · 1 stop1 Feb 2027
Mar 2027	$4509 Mar 2027 · Philippine Airlines	$336 · 1 stop9 Mar 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Later departures were cheaper: from $336 in March 2027, against $408 for November 2026.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 4 of 4 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Los Angeles to Manila, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Manila

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Best monthsGoodAvoid if possible

The dry season (November–May) is ideal, especially for beaches and diving. Typhoon season (June–October) can disrupt travel, particularly in Luzon and the Visayas.

Peak season: November – May

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Frequently asked questions — Los Angeles to Manila flights

How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Manila?

A nonstop flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Manila (MNL) takes about 15h 11m, covering 11,740 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is Los Angeles from Manila by air?

The great-circle distance between Los Angeles International Airport and Ninoy Aquino International Airport is 11,740 km (7,295 miles), a ultra long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Los Angeles to Manila?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the LAX–MNL route include Philippine Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Los Angeles to Manila cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on LAX–MNL was $286 USD with Philippine Airlines (nonstop), departing 9 Mar 2027, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Manila?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in March 2027 were cheapest, from $336 one-way, against $672 for December 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Los Angeles to Manila?

In the fares we saw (12 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $223 with one stop against $286 nonstop, a saving of $63. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from USA to Philippines?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Philippines visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

What is the best time to visit Manila?

The dry season (November–May) is ideal, especially for beaches and diving. Typhoon season (June–October) can disrupt travel, particularly in Luzon and the Visayas.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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