Flights from Los Angeles to Manila
Nonstop flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Manila (MNL) take about 15h 11m. Philippine Airlines flies it. Lowest fare seen: $286 one-way, nonstop (8 Oct 2026).
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Los Angeles → Manila flights
Fares seen from $286 one-way (8 Oct 2026). Live prices for your dates on the booking site.
Route snapshot: Los Angeles to Manila
Los Angeles (LAX) to Manila (MNL) is 11,740 km, about 15h 11m flying nonstop. Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on this route include Philippine Airlines. The lowest one-way fare seen recently was $286 with Philippine Airlines (nonstop), departing 1 Mar 2027 — as of 8 Oct 2026.
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Fares seen
The lowest one-way fare seen was $286 with Philippine Airlines (nonstop), departing 1 Mar 2027; with connections it dropped to $222. Checked 8 Oct 2026 — fares move daily.
Seasonality
Manila demand usually strengthens around November – May, which can push fares higher on this corridor.
Who flies it
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares here include Philippine Airlines. More carriers may sell it with a connection.
Airlines flying Los Angeles to Manila
Carriers on LAX–MNL according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 8 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.
Best time to fly to Manila
Based on weather and travel conditions in Philippines
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.
Direct & Connecting Flights
Nonstop flights link Los Angeles (LAX) and Manila (MNL), taking about 15h 11m. Connecting itineraries can be cheaper but take longer.
Fares & Price Guide
The lowest one-way fare seen on LAX–MNL was $286 USD (nonstop) as of 8 Oct 2026. Set a fare alert to be told when it drops.
About Manila, Philippines
Flights arrive at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL). Best visited during November – May. See the destination guide for hotels, visa requirements and travel tips.
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Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 8 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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