A vibrant view of Sydney Harbour Bridge with Luna Park and sailboats highlighting the iconic skyline. — flights from Manila to Sydney
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Flights from Manila to Sydney

Nonstop flights from Manila (MNL) to Sydney (SYD) take about 8h 20m (6,263 km). Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines fly it. Lowest fare seen: $185 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Sydney

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Airlines flying Manila to Sydney

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

✈ Cebu Pacificnonstop fare seen✈ Philippine Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Manila to Sydney fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Dec 2026, from $185 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$28027 Oct 2026 · Cebu Pacific—
Nov 2026$28425 Nov 2026 · Cebu Pacific$237 · 1 stop25 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$1859 Dec 2026 · Cebu Pacific—
Jan 2027$4171 Jan 2027 · Cebu Pacific$369 · 3 stops31 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$20122 Feb 2027 · Cebu Pacific—
Mar 2027$1976 Mar 2027 · Cebu Pacific—
Apr 2027$30028 Apr 2027 · Cebu Pacific$245 · 1 stop28 Apr 2027
Jun 2027$28821 Jun 2027 · Cebu Pacific$203 · 1 stop21 Jun 2027 · Cebu Pacific

When to go for the lowest fare

Later departures were cheaper: from $185 in December 2026, against $237 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 (Manila to Sydney, 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 Sydney

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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 Sydney flights

How long is the flight from Manila to Sydney?
A nonstop flight from Manila (MNL) to Sydney (SYD) takes about 8h 20m, covering 6,263 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 Sydney by air?
The great-circle distance between Ninoy Aquino International Airport and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport is 6,263 km (3,892 miles), a long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Manila to Sydney?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the MNL–SYD route include Cebu Pacific and 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 Sydney cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on MNL–SYD was $185 USD with Cebu Pacific (nonstop), departing 9 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 Sydney?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in December 2026 were cheapest, from $185 one-way, against $369 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 Sydney?
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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