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Flights from Manila to Melbourne

Nonstop flights from Manila (MNL) to Melbourne (MEL) take about 8h 23m (6,313 km). Cebu Pacific flies it. Lowest fare seen: $200 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Melbourne

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

Qantas Boeing 737-800 aircraft taking off into the cloudy sky at Melbourne Airport. — arriving in Melbourne

Airport transfer

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Manila →4 lounges at Manila AirportEarly arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Melbourne →45 drop-off points

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Airlines flying Manila to Melbourne

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

✈ Cebu Pacificnonstop fare seen

Manila to Melbourne fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Dec 2026, from $200 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Nov 2026$2573 Nov 2026 · Cebu Pacific—
Dec 2026$2005 Dec 2026 · Cebu Pacific—
Jan 2027$42931 Jan 2027 · Cebu Pacific$303 · 1 stop31 Jan 2027 · Cebu Pacific
Feb 2027$3477 Feb 2027 · Cebu Pacific$286 · 1 stop1 Feb 2027 · Cebu Pacific
May 2027$2738 May 2027 · Cebu Pacific$246 · 1 stop8 May 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

The next few weeks were the cheapest to fly: from $200 in December 2026, against $246 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 Melbourne, 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 Melbourne

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Spring (Sept–Nov) and autumn (Mar–May) are ideal across most of Australia. Summers in the interior are extremely hot; northern Australia (tropical north) is best during dry season (May–Oct).

Peak season: September – November, March – May

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Frequently asked questions — Manila to Melbourne flights

How long is the flight from Manila to Melbourne?
A nonstop flight from Manila (MNL) to Melbourne (MEL) takes about 8h 23m, covering 6,313 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 Melbourne by air?
The great-circle distance between Ninoy Aquino International Airport and Melbourne Airport is 6,313 km (3,923 miles), a long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Manila to Melbourne?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the MNL–MEL route include Cebu Pacific. 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 Melbourne cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on MNL–MEL was $200 USD with Cebu Pacific (nonstop), departing 5 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 Melbourne?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in December 2026 were cheapest, from $200 one-way, against $303 for January 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from Philippines to Australia?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Australia 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 Melbourne?
Spring (Sept–Nov) and autumn (Mar–May) are ideal across most of Australia. Summers in the interior are extremely hot; northern Australia (tropical north) is best during dry season (May–Oct).

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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