Manila, PhilippinesBusan, South Korea

Flights from Manila to Busan

Nonstop flights from Manila (MNL) to Busan (PUS) take about 3h 32m (2,431 km). Philippine Airlines flies it. Lowest fare seen: $193 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Busan

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

Airport transfer

PUS → Busan, 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 Trains, buses and taxi faresPUS to Busan: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Busan →1 drop-off point, from ₩5100.00

Things to book in Busan

All 8 things to do in Busan →

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Busan Museum of Movies

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Busan SEA LIFE Aquarium

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Airlines flying Manila to Busan

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

✈ Philippine Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Manila to Busan fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Dec 2026, from $193 one-way. With stops: Dec 2026, from $104. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Dec 2026	$1933 Dec 2026 · Philippine Airlines	$104 · 1 stop3 Dec 2026
Jan 2027	$21211 Jan 2027 · Philippine Airlines	$114 · 1 stop8 Jan 2027
Feb 2027	$21018 Feb 2027 · Philippine Airlines	$179 · 1 stop18 Feb 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

The next few weeks were the cheapest to fly: from $104 in December 2026, against $179 at best later on.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 3 of 3 months with both fares.

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

Based on weather and travel conditions in South Korea

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Best monthsGoodAvoid if possible

Spring and autumn offer mild weather and stunning scenery. Summer (July–August) is hot and rainy; winter is bitterly cold but perfect for ski resorts like Gangwon.

Peak season: April – June, September – November

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Frequently asked questions — Manila to Busan flights

How long is the flight from Manila to Busan?

A nonstop flight from Manila (MNL) to Busan (PUS) takes about 3h 32m, covering 2,431 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 Busan by air?

The great-circle distance between Ninoy Aquino International Airport and Gimhae International Airport is 2,431 km (1,511 miles), a medium-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Manila to Busan?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the MNL–PUS 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 Manila to Busan cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on MNL–PUS was $193 USD with Philippine Airlines (nonstop), departing 3 Dec 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 Manila to Busan?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in December 2026 were cheapest, from $104 one-way, against $179 for February 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

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

In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $104 with one stop against $193 nonstop, a saving of $89. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from Philippines to South Korea?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter South Korea 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 Busan?

Spring and autumn offer mild weather and stunning scenery. Summer (July–August) is hot and rainy; winter is bitterly cold but perfect for ski resorts like Gangwon.

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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