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Flights from Melbourne to Manila

Nonstop flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Manila (MNL) take about 8h 23m (6,313 km). Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines fly it. Lowest fare seen: $258 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Melbourne to Manila

Carriers on MEL–MNL 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

Melbourne to Manila fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $258 one-way. With stops: Jan 2027, from $194. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Nov 2026	$25825 Nov 2026 · Cebu Pacific	—
Dec 2026	$37431 Dec 2026 · Philippine Airlines	—
Jan 2027	$26328 Jan 2027 · Cebu Pacific	$194 · 1 stop28 Jan 2027
Feb 2027	$27723 Feb 2027 · Cebu Pacific	$206 · 1 stop17 Feb 2027
Mar 2027	$26610 Mar 2027 · Cebu Pacific	$264 · 1 stop10 Mar 2027
May 2027	$3558 May 2027 · Cebu Pacific	$230 · 1 stop8 May 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Later departures were cheaper: from $194 in January 2027, against $258 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 (Melbourne 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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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 — Melbourne to Manila flights

How long is the flight from Melbourne to Manila?

A nonstop flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Manila (MNL) 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 Melbourne from Manila by air?

The great-circle distance between Melbourne Airport and Ninoy Aquino International Airport is 6,313 km (3,923 miles), a long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Melbourne to Manila?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the MEL–MNL 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 Melbourne to Manila cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on MEL–MNL was $258 USD with Cebu Pacific (nonstop), departing 25 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 Melbourne to Manila?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in January 2027 were cheapest, from $194 one-way, against $374 for December 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

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

In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $194 with one stop against $258 nonstop, a saving of $64. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from Australia 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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