Are direct flights from Wellington to Manila always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience and save time, but they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with one or more layovers can often be significantly cheaper. Consider your priorities, such as cost versus travel duration, when making your decision.

Can flexible travel dates help on Wellington to Manila flights?

Yes, having flexible travel dates can significantly increase your chances of finding more affordable flights. Prices often vary depending on the day of the week, season, and demand. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may lead to substantial savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Wellington to Manila flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget to avoid surprises.

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Today’s best flight deals from Wellington to Manila

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Wellington to Manila

2027-01-29 – 2027-02-19
WLG - Manila
86% AI deal score
NZ$1,685
NZ$1,375
Round trip
2027-01-27 – 2027-02-19
WLG - Manila
86% AI deal score
NZ$1,686
NZ$1,378
Round trip
2027-01-26 – 2027-02-19
WLG - Manila
86% AI deal score
NZ$1,685
NZ$1,378
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2027-01-29 – 2027-02-10
WLG - Manila
86% AI deal score
NZ$1,690
NZ$1,389
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2027-01-29 – 2027-02-24
WLG - Manila
86% AI deal score
NZ$1,684
NZ$1,389
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2027-01-27 – 2027-02-20
WLG - Manila
80% AI deal score
NZ$1,685
NZ$1,473
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2027-02-03 – 2027-02-20
WLG - Manila
77% AI deal score
NZ$1,585
NZ$1,473
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2027-02-02 – 2027-02-20
WLG - Manila
77% AI deal score
NZ$1,585
NZ$1,473
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2027-01-26 – 2027-02-20
WLG - Manila
80% AI deal score
NZ$1,685
NZ$1,473
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WLG - Manila
78% AI deal score
NZ$1,602
NZ$1,475
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Wellington to Manila: Overview

Insights for flights from Wellington to Manila

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Wellington to Manila, February stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $1021. Other cost-effective options include August, with a median fare of $1076, and November, where the median fare is $1122. Planning your trip around these months could lead to more favorable prices.

Right now, fares for flights from Wellington to Manila typically range from $977–$1362, with a median price of $1149. Current fares are near the typical level for this route. It is worth noting that 0% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptionally low prices might require careful timing or flexibility. New deals show up several times a week, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

Most itineraries for flights from Wellington to Manila connect at least once. Recent data shows that 0% of flights on this route are non-stop. For the majority of connecting itineraries, travelers can expect to make 3 stopovers before reaching their destination.

A typical journey from Wellington to Manila takes approximately 24h 5m, including connections. This duration accounts for the multiple stopovers common on this route, reflecting the overall travel time from departure to arrival.

The distance between Wellington and Manila is 8305 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul flight. This significant distance contributes to the extended journey times and the necessity for connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Wellington to Manila

Regular price: NZ$1,515 - NZ$2,284

Prices for flights from Wellington to Manila are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Wellington to Manila is NZD 1515 to NZD 2284. The current lowest deal is NZD 1375 with Air New Zealand, for travel from Jan 29-Feb 19.

now NZ$1,375

Low NZ$1,515

High NZ$2,284

The cheapest time to fly from Wellington to Manila

The cheapest month to fly from Wellington to Manila is February, with a median price of 1021 USD. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of 1866 USD. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

February

Cheapest

Flights from NZ$1,021

December

Most Expensive

Flights from NZ$1,866

Jan

Feb

Mar

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Wellington to Manila

Air New Zealand

Cathay Pacific

Cebu Pacific

QantasLink

Last-minute flights going from Wellington to Manila

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Manila

Wellington (WLG) - Manila (MNL)

QantasLink

NZ$1,596

NZ$1,852

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Manila

Wellington (WLG) - Manila (MNL)

EVA Air

NZ$1,608

NZ$2,158

One-way

Tue, Dec 1

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Manila

Wellington (WLG) - Manila (MNL)

QantasLink

NZ$2,080

NZ$2,198

One-way

Mon, Dec 14

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Manila

Wellington (WLG) - Manila (MNL)

QantasLink

NZ$2,153

NZ$2,694

One-way

Sat, Dec 19

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Manila

Wellington (WLG) - Manila (MNL)

QantasLink

NZ$2,079

NZ$3,415

One-way

Thu, Dec 24

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Manila

Wellington (WLG) - Manila (MNL)

QantasLink

NZ$2,139

NZ$3,378

One-way

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

10 nights

Jan 31 - Feb 10

NZ$1,708 → NZ$1,509

12%

19 nights

Jan 31 - Feb 19

NZ$1,690 → NZ$1,495

12%

26 nights

Jan 24 - Feb 19

NZ$1,686 → NZ$1,495

11%

24 nights

Jan 31 - Feb 24

NZ$1,690 → NZ$1,509

11%

Popular Airports to fly from Wellington to Manila

Wellington - Manila route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares for Wellington to Manila are near the typical level of $1149.

📅 Best time to fly

February offers the lowest median price

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $1021.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 24h 5m

The typical flight duration for connecting flights from Wellington to Manila is 24h 5m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Connecting flights are dominant, with a median of 3 stopovers for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air New Zealand has 43 deals

Air New Zealand has 43 deals, making it a frequent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Wellington to Manila appear regularly, typically every 30 days.

Wellington main airports to depart from

Wellington International (WLG)

Cheapest

Wellington International is a convenient departure point for flights to Manila.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$1,367

Manila main airports to arrive at

Ninoy Aquino International (MNL)

Cheapest

Ninoy Aquino International Airport is a good arrival choice for flights from Wellington to Manila.

📍 ~11 km from Manila (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$1,365

Airports nearby Manila used as alternative

Clark International (CRK)

Cheapest

Manila, Philippines

91% AI deal score

$6,101

$3,946

Save $2,155

QantasLink, +1

Business Class

From WLG

Elite

Nov 01

Manila, Philippines

91% AI deal score

$6,104

$4,038

Save $2,066

QantasLink

Business Class

From WLG

Elite

Nov 20

Manila, Philippines

91% AI deal score

$6,079

$4,041

Save $2,038

QantasLink

Business Class

From WLG

Elite

Nov 20

Manila, Philippines

90% AI deal score

$6,055

$4,245

Save $1,810

QantasLink

Business Class

From WLG

Elite

Feb 23

Manila, Philippines

89% AI deal score

$5,184

$3,805

Save $1,379

Emirates Airlines, +1

Business Class

From WLG

Elite

Feb 23

Manila, Philippines

89% AI deal score

$5,258

$3,809

Save $1,449

Emirates Airlines, +1

Business Class

From WLG

Elite

Feb 25

Manila, Philippines

89% AI deal score

$5,184

$3,825

Save $1,359

QantasLink, +1

Business Class

From WLG

Elite

Feb 25

Manila, Philippines

89% AI deal score

$5,281

$3,828

Save $1,453

QantasLink, +1

Business Class

From WLG

Elite

Nov 20

Manila, Philippines

89% AI deal score

$5,954

$4,262

Save $1,692

QantasLink

Business Class

From WLG

Elite

Mar 05

Manila, Philippines

88% AI deal score

$4,967

$3,827

Save $1,140

QantasLink, +1

Business Class

From WLG

Elite

Feb 10

Manila, Philippines

88% AI deal score

$5,028

$3,828

Save $1,200

QantasLink, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Manila

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across various airlines and booking sites can also help you discover better deals. Looking into flights with layovers may sometimes offer lower fares than direct routes.

Booking flights in advance, often several months before your intended departure, can sometimes result in lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you identify optimal booking periods. Mid-week bookings might also occasionally present better deals.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover additional flight options or more competitive pricing. While it may require extra travel time to and from these airports, the potential savings could be worthwhile. Always factor in ground transportation costs and convenience.

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Wellington to Manila: Overview

Insights for flights from Wellington to Manila

How much is a round trip from Wellington to Manila

Regular price: NZ$1,515 - NZ$2,284

Prices for flights from Wellington to Manila are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Wellington to Manila is NZD 1515 to NZD 2284. The current lowest deal is NZD 1375 with Air New Zealand, for travel from Jan 29-Feb 19.

now NZ$1,375

Low NZ$1,515

High NZ$2,284

The cheapest time to fly from Wellington to Manila

February

Cheapest

Flights from NZ$1,021

December

Most Expensive

Flights from NZ$1,866

Jan

Feb

Mar

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Wellington to Manila

Air New Zealand

Cathay Pacific

Cebu Pacific

QantasLink

Last-minute flights going from Wellington to Manila

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Manila

Wellington (WLG) - Manila (MNL)

QantasLink

NZ$1,596

NZ$1,852

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Manila

Wellington (WLG) - Manila (MNL)

EVA Air

NZ$1,608

NZ$2,158

One-way

Tue, Dec 1

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Manila

Wellington (WLG) - Manila (MNL)

QantasLink

NZ$2,080

NZ$2,198

One-way

Mon, Dec 14

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Manila

Wellington (WLG) - Manila (MNL)

QantasLink

NZ$2,153

NZ$2,694

One-way

Sat, Dec 19

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Manila

Wellington (WLG) - Manila (MNL)

QantasLink

NZ$2,079

NZ$3,415

One-way

Thu, Dec 24

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Manila

Wellington (WLG) - Manila (MNL)

QantasLink

NZ$2,139

NZ$3,378

One-way

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

10 nights

Jan 31 - Feb 10

NZ$1,708 → NZ$1,509

12%

19 nights

Jan 31 - Feb 19

NZ$1,690 → NZ$1,495

12%

26 nights

Jan 24 - Feb 19

NZ$1,686 → NZ$1,495

11%

24 nights

Jan 31 - Feb 24

NZ$1,690 → NZ$1,509

11%

Popular Airports to fly from Wellington to Manila

Wellington - Manila route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares for Wellington to Manila are near the typical level of $1149.

📅 Best time to fly

February offers the lowest median price

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $1021.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 24h 5m

The typical flight duration for connecting flights from Wellington to Manila is 24h 5m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Connecting flights are dominant, with a median of 3 stopovers for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air New Zealand has 43 deals

Air New Zealand has 43 deals, making it a frequent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Wellington to Manila appear regularly, typically every 30 days.

Wellington main airports to depart from

Wellington International (WLG)

Cheapest

Wellington International is a convenient departure point for flights to Manila.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$1,367

Manila main airports to arrive at

Ninoy Aquino International (MNL)

Cheapest

Ninoy Aquino International Airport is a good arrival choice for flights from Wellington to Manila.

📍 ~11 km from Manila (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$1,365

Airports nearby Manila used as alternative

Clark International (CRK)

Cheapest

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

Manila, Philippines

88% AI deal score

$5,028

$3,828

Save $1,200

QantasLink, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Manila

Cheap Flights from Wellington to Manila

Today’s best flight deals from Wellington to Manila

Wellington to Manila: Overview

Insights for flights from Wellington to Manila

How much is a round trip from Wellington to Manila

The cheapest time to fly from Wellington to Manila

Direct flights from Wellington to Manila

Last-minute flights going from Wellington to Manila

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

Popular Airports to fly from Wellington to Manila

Wellington - Manila route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

February offers the lowest median price

Connecting flights average 24h 5m

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Air New Zealand has 43 deals

Deals appear regularly

Wellington main airports to depart from

Manila main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Manila used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Manila

Best Elite deals to Manila

Nov 01

Nov 18

Nov 01

Nov 20

Nov 20

Feb 23

Feb 23

Feb 25

Feb 25

Nov 20

Mar 05

Feb 10

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Manila

How can I find cheap flights from Wellington to Manila?

When should I book flights from Wellington to Manila?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Wellington to Manila?

Are direct flights from Wellington to Manila always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Wellington to Manila flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Wellington to Manila flights?

Related routes

More routes from Wellington

Flights to Manila from other cities

Wellington to Manila: Overview

Insights for flights from Wellington to Manila

How much is a round trip from Wellington to Manila

The cheapest time to fly from Wellington to Manila

Direct flights from Wellington to Manila

Last-minute flights going from Wellington to Manila

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

Popular Airports to fly from Wellington to Manila

Wellington - Manila route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

February offers the lowest median price

Connecting flights average 24h 5m

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Air New Zealand has 43 deals

Deals appear regularly

Wellington main airports to depart from

Manila main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Manila used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Manila

Best Elite deals to Manila

Nov 01

Nov 18

Nov 01

Nov 20

Nov 20

Feb 23

Feb 23

Feb 25

Feb 25

Nov 20

Mar 05

Feb 10

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Manila

How can I find cheap flights from Wellington to Manila?

When should I book flights from Wellington to Manila?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Wellington to Manila?