Abu Dhabi, UAEManila, Philippines

Flights from Abu Dhabi to Manila

Nonstop flights from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Manila (MNL) take about 9h 14m (6,984 km). Etihad Airways and Springjet fly it. Lowest fare seen: $553 one-way, nonstop (22 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 Abu Dhabi →1 lounge at Abu Dhabi AirportTrains, 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 Abu Dhabi to Manila

Carriers on AUH–MNL according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Etihad Airwaysnonstop fare seen✈ Springjetnonstop fare seen

Abu Dhabi to Manila fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $553 one-way. With stops: Feb 2027, from $336. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$57724 Oct 2026 · Etihad Airways$359 · 2 stops30 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$5533 Nov 2026 · Etihad Airways$350 · 1 stop22 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$58631 Dec 2026 · Etihad Airways$366 · 1 stop30 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$58413 Jan 2027 · Etihad Airways$354 · 1 stop22 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$5813 Feb 2027 · Etihad Airways$336 · 3 stops22 Feb 2027
Mar 2027$58914 Mar 2027 · Etihad Airways$407 · 1 stop14 Mar 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $350 for November 2026, $336 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 6 of 6 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Abu Dhabi 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 — Abu Dhabi to Manila flights

How long is the flight from Abu Dhabi to Manila?
A nonstop flight from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Manila (MNL) takes about 9h 14m, covering 6,984 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 Abu Dhabi from Manila by air?
The great-circle distance between Zayed International Airport and Ninoy Aquino International Airport is 6,984 km (4,340 miles), a long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Abu Dhabi to Manila?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the AUH–MNL route include Etihad Airways and Springjet. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Abu Dhabi to Manila cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on AUH–MNL was $553 USD with Etihad Airways (nonstop), departing 3 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 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 Abu Dhabi to Manila?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in February 2027 were cheapest, from $336 one-way, against $407 for March 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Abu Dhabi to Manila?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $336 with 3 stops against $553 nonstop, a saving of $217. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from UAE 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 22 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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