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R8 173+ Cheap flights to the Philippines

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 22/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— MNL
Nov 6 — Nov 131
1 adult

Flights to Philippines in 2024

Find the latest flights to Philippines in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 619 803 searches and data was last updated on 1 November 2024.

Return from

R12 250

One-way from

R8 173

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 662
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 27/2-6/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Manila
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 22/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Philippines
High demand for flights, 7% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for return flights in November 2024

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Wed 13/1110:00JNB - MNL
1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways
Thu 21/1118:35MNL - JNB
1 stop20h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 1/11R12 550
Wed 13/1112:45JNB - MNL
2 stops23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 21/1118:30MNL - JNB
1 stop26h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/11R14 457
Thu 14/1114:00JNB - MNL
1 stop26h 50mSingapore Airlines
Thu 21/117:20MNL - JNB
1 stop28h 50mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 31/10R14 986
Fri 22/1111:05JNB - MNL
1 stop16h 35mCathay Pacific
Mon 9/1219:40MNL - JNB
1 stop18h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 31/10R15 551
Thu 14/1123:00JNB - MNL
2 stops37h 15mEthiopian Air
Thu 21/1120:30MNL - JNB
2 stops22h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/11R16 257
Thu 14/1119:50JNB - MNL
1 stop20h 20mQatar Airways
Thu 21/119:30MNL - JNB
1 stop30h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/11R16 646

Find flights to Philippines within your budget

Locate flights to Philippines that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 619 803 searches and data was last updated on 1 November 2024.

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JohannesburgManila

JNB - MNL

JNBMNL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/11

9:55-21:10

1 stop29h 15m

R8 173

JohannesburgManila

JNB - MNL

JNBMNL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/11

12:10-22:20

3 stops28h 10m

R10 626

JohannesburgManila

JNB - MNL

JNBMNL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/11

4:00-18:15

3 stops32h 15m

R18 852

JohannesburgManila

JNB - MNL

JNBMNL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/2

12:45-22:10

1 stop27h 25m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 6/3

9:30-14:45

1 stop35h 15m

R12 250

JohannesburgManila

JNB - MNL

JNBMNL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/2

23:00-18:15

2 stops37h 15m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 6/3

17:40-13:10

2 stops25h 30m

R12 586

JohannesburgManila

JNB - MNL

JNBMNL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/11

23:00-18:15

2 stops37h 15m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 5/12

20:30-13:10

2 stops22h 40m

R12 939

JohannesburgManila

JNB - MNL

JNBMNL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/2

14:00-17:45

1 stop21h 45m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 6/3

19:00-6:10

1 stop17h 10m

R12 974

JohannesburgManila

JNB - MNL

JNBMNL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/12

10:10-1:40

1 stop33h 30m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 30/12

2:55-7:40

1 stop34h 45m

R17 387

JohannesburgManila

JNB - MNL

JNBMNL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/11

22:20-21:35

1 stop17h 15m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 5/12

17:30-16:35

1 stop29h 05m

R18 852

JohannesburgManila

JNB - MNL

JNBMNL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/12

11:05-9:40

1 stop16h 35m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 20/1

19:40-7:40

1 stop18h 00m

R19 364

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Travel insights for flights to Philippines

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights to Philippines including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How long is the flight to Philippines?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Philippines takes 21 hours 31 minutes. Flights to Philippines from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Philippines?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Philippines. Price data was last updated on 27 October 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Philippines should consider flying on Monday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Thursday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Philippines?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Philippines are Etihad Airways, Singapore Airlines and Ethiopian Air.

Rainfall in Philippines by month

Plan your trip to Philippines by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Philippines ranges from 10.0 - 400.0 mm per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 400.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Philippines when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Philippines by month

Plan your trip to Philippines by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Philippines, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 29.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Philippines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philippines. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Philippines. Reviews last updated 1 November 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Qatar Airways, Cathay Pacific and Singapore Airlines to Philippines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

8,1
Very Good
1 334 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7,8
Good
1 349 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7,7
Good
876 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Where are the most popular flight destinations in Philippines?

Manila is the most popular flight destination in Philippines. Other popular destinations include Cebu City, Boracay, Puerto Princesa and Davao City.
  • How long is the flight to the Philippines?

    Located in Southeast Asia, the flight to the Philippines varies greatly on where in South Africa the flight departs from to where in the Philippines the flight is landing. A direct, no-stop flight from South Africa to the Philippines averages around 14h 45m. Travelers can expect to stop at least once on this flight, however. With more than 15 international airports in South Africa, there are many options from where you’ll depart. One of the largest airports is Cape Town International. To fly from here to the Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport, which is the largest airport in the Philippines, you can plan on the flight lasting 21h 05m. From Johannesburg to Manila, the flight is around 16h 20m.

  • Which cities offer direct flights to the Philippines?

    At this time, there are not direct flights from South Africa to the Philippines. In order to get there, travelers will have to stop at least one time. The most common cities to fly out of to get to the Philippines are Johannesburg and Cape Town. Each of these cities offers numerous flights to the Philippines. Most commonly, travelers will fly out of these popular cities and will fly into Manila. Finding the best Philippines flight deals can help to get travelers the best rates on these flights.

  • What is the best way to travel around the Philippines?

    Depending on where travelers are going and what they are doing in the Philippines, getting around varies. One of the best ways to get around a larger city, like Manila, is by using Grab Taxi. These taxis are affordable for most travelers and take them around the city and surrounding areas. Some travelers prefer to use Uber when in the cities, while some prefer bike taxis, which can be dangerous. To get to other areas in the Philippines, boats and small planes can also be used.

  • What are some things to do in the Philippines?

    Situated in the Western Pacific Ocean in Southeast Asia, the Philippines is made up of more than 7,000 islands. Known for its natural beauty and ever-growing population, the Philippines is a vast group of more than islands with seemingly endless things to do. Depending on where you travel to in the Philippines, what there is to do varies. Boracay is one of the most popular islands in the Philippines, with a white sand beach that’s only 7km, but is well known for its natural beauty. Take a day trip to this island oasis, chill by the beach, then spend some time shopping and dining in the surrounding town. If visitors are staying in Manila, one of the largest cities in the Philippines, there are a wide range of cultural and modern things to do. This is the shopping capitol of the area. Some notable areas to visit in Manila include Intramuros, an historic “walled city” that’s now a historical site, and Binondo, the world’s oldest Chinatown. Make sure to check out the sunset at Manila Bay as well.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly to the Philippines?

    When flying to the Philippines for a vacation, travelers from South Africa do not need a visa if their stay is not going to exceed 30 days. Those who will be staying less than 30 days will need a valid South African passport. The passport must not expire for more than six months after the date of travel.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Philippines if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Philippines on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Philippines?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Etihad Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Philippines.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Philippines?

    Bacolod is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Philippines. One-way flights to Bacolod typically cost R521, while return flights cost around R774.

  • How much is a return flight to Philippines?

    A return flight to Philippines will typically cost around R260, however they can be found for as little as R259.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Philippines depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Philippines, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (16 hours 15 minutes).

  • Does Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl?

    Yes. Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Manila Airport Hotel by Urban Connect is the closest property to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (0,0 km away from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl).

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