Manila, PhilippinesDavao, Philippines

Flights from Manila to Davao

Nonstop flights from Manila (MNL) to Davao (DVO) take about 1h 42m (964 km). Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines and PAL Express fly it. Lowest fare seen: $43 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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Photo of Davao: Teemu Väisänen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

When you land in Davao

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Airport transfer

DVO → Davao City, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Manila →4 lounges at Manila Airport

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Airlines flying Manila to Davao

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

✈ Cebu Pacificnonstop fare seen✈ Philippine Airlinesnonstop fare seen✈ PAL Expressnonstop fare seen

Manila to Davao fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $46 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$4825 Oct 2026 · Philippine Airlines	—
Nov 2026	$4624 Nov 2026 · Cebu Pacific	—
Dec 2026	$501 Dec 2026 · Philippine Airlines	—
Jan 2027	$4818 Jan 2027 · Cebu Pacific	—

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $46 for November 2026, $48 at best after that.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Manila to Davao, 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 Davao

Based on weather and travel conditions in Philippines

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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 — Manila to Davao flights

How long is the flight from Manila to Davao?

A nonstop flight from Manila (MNL) to Davao (DVO) takes about 1h 42m, covering 964 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 Manila from Davao by air?

The great-circle distance between Ninoy Aquino International Airport and Francisco Bangoy International Airport is 964 km (599 miles), a short-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Manila to Davao?

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

How much does a flight from Manila to Davao cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on MNL–DVO was $43 USD with Cebu Pacific (nonstop), departing 31 May 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 Manila to Davao?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $46 one-way, against $50 for December 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Do I need a visa to travel from Philippines 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 Davao?

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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