How many flights from Melbourne to Manila are non-stop?

Across the trailing 90 days, approximately 8.8% of flights from Melbourne to Manila have been non-stop. The majority of routes on this journey typically involve at least one stopover. For flights with connections, the median number of stopovers has historically been 2. Travelers should consider these figures when planning their trip and evaluating flight options.

How many hours is the flight from Melbourne to Manila?

The direct flight from Melbourne to Manila typically takes around 8 hours and 30 minutes, covering a distance of 6314 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration has historically been significantly longer, averaging 18 hours and 5 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences in flight time when selecting their preferred itinerary.

How often do cheap flights from Melbourne to Manila come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Melbourne to Manila come up frequently. This route is often categorized as one with frequent deals, based on observations from the trailing 30 days. Travelers looking for budget-friendly options can expect regular opportunities to find favorable fares for this destination.

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Today’s best flight deals from Melbourne to Manila

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Melbourne to Manila

2026-11-06 – 2026-11-14
MEL - Manila
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A$516
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Melbourne to Manila: Overview

Insights for flights from Melbourne to Manila

A typical journey from Melbourne to Manila takes about 8h 30m, including connections. Since most itineraries on this route involve at least one stop, the median connecting flight time is significantly longer at 20h 30m, compared to 8h 30m for non-stop options. This route is classified as a long-haul journey, covering a distance of 6314 kilometers.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Melbourne to Manila, the fares right now are below the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $656–$1114, with a median of $841. Currently, only 1% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that deals are relatively scarce.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Manila? Historically, the most affordable months to fly are February, with a median fare of $508, followed by August at $649, and October at $654. These months offer the lowest median prices compared to other times of the year.

Most itineraries for flights from Melbourne to Manila connect at least once, with only 8.8% of recent fares being direct flights. For the majority of itineraries that do involve connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you will likely encounter one or more stops on your journey.

How much is a round trip from Melbourne to Manila

Regular price: A$463 - A$1,153

Prices for flights from Melbourne to Manila are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Melbourne to Manila is 463 AUD to 1153 AUD. The current lowest deal is 497 AUD with Cebu Pacific for travel from Nov 13-Nov 22.

now A$497

Low A$463

High A$1,153

The cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Manila

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Manila is August, with a median price of $693. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1271. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

August

Cheapest

Flights from A$693

December

Most Expensive

Flights from A$1,271

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Direct flights from Melbourne to Manila

Cebu Pacific

Last-minute flights going from Melbourne to Manila

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Manila

Melbourne (MEL) - Manila (MNL)

FlyAsianXpress

A$692

A$554

One-way

Sat, Aug 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Manila

Melbourne (MEL) - Manila (MNL)

FlyAsianXpress

A$689

A$554

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Manila

Melbourne (MEL) - Manila (MNL)

Scoot

A$770

A$537

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Manila

Melbourne (MEL) - Manila (MNL)

Scoot

A$732

A$561

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Manila

Melbourne (MEL) - Manila (MNL)

Scoot

A$785

A$562

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Manila

Melbourne (MEL) - Manila (MNL)

Scoot

A$741

A$562

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Melbourne to Manila

2 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 4

A$1,158 → A$598

48%

3 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 6

A$1,162 → A$604

48%

10 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 18

A$1,202 → A$797

34%

15 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 25

A$1,261 → A$860

32%

Popular Airports to fly from Melbourne to Manila

Melbourne - Manila route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Melbourne to Manila are below the typical level, with a median price of $841.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February, August, or October for the best prices

Historically, February ($508), August ($649), and October ($654) offer the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 8h 30m

Direct flights from Melbourne to Manila typically take 8h 30m, while connecting flights average 20h 30m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Only 8.8% of recent flights from Melbourne to Manila are direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Cebu Pacific offers direct flights

Cebu Pacific is an airline that provides direct flights on the Melbourne to Manila route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route

Deals for flights from Melbourne to Manila are frequently available, appearing often within 30 days.

Melbourne main airports to depart from

Melbourne (MEL)

Cheapest

Melbourne Airport (MEL) is a convenient departure point for flights to Manila.

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~A$524

Manila main airports to arrive at

Ninoy Aquino International (MNL)

Cheapest

Ninoy Aquino International Airport is a primary gateway to Manila, offering convenient access to the city.

📍 ~11 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$512

Airports nearby Manila used as alternative

Clark International (CRK)

Cheapest

Clark International is a primary secondary gateway for the Greater Manila Area with extensive flights.

📍 ~90 km from Manila (reachable by dedicated Point-to-Point (P2P) bus services); travel time depends heavily on North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) traffic.

💸 Flights from ~A$606

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Manila

89% AI deal score

$1,935

$1,473

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Manila

Historically, booking flights from Melbourne to Manila at least 60 days in advance typically yields the lowest prices. Across the trailing quarter, prices for flights booked 60+ days out averaged around $942. In contrast, booking within 28-59 days saw average prices of $950, while flights booked 0-6 days before departure were significantly higher, averaging $1097. Planning ahead by more than two months can lead to more favorable fares.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a flight from Melbourne to Manila is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $656. The median price for this route has been $841. Prices above $1114 are typically in the more expensive range. Travelers can use the $656 threshold as a benchmark for identifying a favorable fare.

Historically, February has offered the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Manila, with a median price of $508. Other relatively inexpensive months include August, with a median price of $649, and October, with a median price of $654. The annual median price for this route across the trailing 270 days has been $841, indicating that certain months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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Melbourne to Manila: Overview

Insights for flights from Melbourne to Manila

How much is a round trip from Melbourne to Manila

Regular price: A$463 - A$1,153

Prices for flights from Melbourne to Manila are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Melbourne to Manila is 463 AUD to 1153 AUD. The current lowest deal is 497 AUD with Cebu Pacific for travel from Nov 13-Nov 22.

now A$497

Low A$463

High A$1,153

The cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Manila

August

Cheapest

Flights from A$693

December

Most Expensive

Flights from A$1,271

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