Traveling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know
A direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport takes on average 14 hours 23 minutes. The timezone in Manila is UTC+8, so it's 15 hours ahead of San Francisco.
Choose from 23 weekly flights from San Francisco International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. The 00:05 departure with United Airlines is the earliest flight available between SFO and MNL. Philippine Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 23:50 if early starts aren't your thing.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
United Airlines is your gateway to discovering Manila (and perhaps some other great corners of Philippines!). Choose from the direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport offered by this carrier.
To break up your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that interests you. Popular stopovers on the SFO - MNL route include:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
Haneda Airport
Narita International Airport
To see whether you need a visa to enter Philippines, contact your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll have the most up-to-date information, including additional travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from SFO to MNL.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport is C$510. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$965. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap flight tickets from SFO to MNL, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
August is the cheapest month for flight tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Use filters to find the perfect journey for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Located around 21 kilometres from central San Francisco, San Francisco International Airport can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport is roughly 47 minutes.
Have an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to SFO:
Arriving at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near MNL instead:
Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Ninoy Aquino International Airport to central Manila takes about 34 minutes by car. It's approximately 13 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
Traveling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 16 minutes.
When to fly to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Manila. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Manila, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 35ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from SFO to MNL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 30ºC on average.
More about Manila
As soon as you've booked your flights from SFO to MNL, you'll want to find a hotel in Manila. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting city:
Rizal Park and National Museum of Fine Arts are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Manila itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Fort Santiago.
Complete your Manila trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, discover the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Manila vacation.
