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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne to Manila Ninoy Aquino flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Melbourne to Manila Ninoy Aquino

Melbourne to Manila Ninoy Aquino: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Melbourne to Manila below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Manila Ninoy Aquino.

Melbourne to Manila: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP15,096
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time8 hrs, 40 mins
Most popular airlinePhilippine Airlines
Average flights per week21

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne to Manila Ninoy Aquino: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne to Manila Ninoy Aquino is P15,096. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
8 hours and 40 minutes is the average flight time from Melbourne to Manila Ninoy Aquino.
Philippine Airlines and Cebu Pacific fly direct from Melbourne to Manila Ninoy Aquino.
As of May 2025, there are 7 flights per week flying from Melbourne to Manila Ninoy Aquino.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Manila Ninoy Aquino is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport on Thursday, 22 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 40 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Manila Ninoy Aquino but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Manila is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Melbourne to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know

  • Planning your holiday starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) departing from here.

  • Expect to be travelling for 8 hours 58 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Melbourne to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.

  • The timezone in Manila is UTC+8, which is 3 hours behind Melbourne. Ninoy Aquino International Airport is located in Manila.

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) is the most popular route. There are 40 direct flights a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, take the last flight with Philippine Airlines at 09:00. Choose the first MEL to MNL departure operated by Cebu Pacific at 00:30 if you want to get going earlier.

  • Your flight from Melbourne to MNL won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stay on schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • You can find a direct flight from Melbourne to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) out of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).

  • Cebu Pacific is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Melbourne to Ninoy Aquino International Airport departing from MEL.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight from Melbourne to MNL with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between MEL and MNL include:

    • Brisbane Airport (BNE)

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

    • Changi International Airport (SIN)

  • The distance from central Melbourne to MEL is about 24 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether in your own car or with public transport.

  • Searching for a handy hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:

About Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)

Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila

  • From Ninoy Aquino International Airport, Manila is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 34 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It'll take around 1 hour and 16 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)

  • P8,674 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Return flights start from P15,096. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.

  • 10 months is how far we recommend booking ahead to score cheap tickets from Melbourne to MNL.

  • July is the cheapest month for tickets from Melbourne to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for every month.

  • Locking in a cheap ticket from Melbourne to MNL is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price drops.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from Melbourne to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Simply select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.

The best time to fly from Melbourne to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)

  • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Melbourne to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. July is the busiest month for a trip to Manila. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Manila is April, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your flights from Melbourne to MNL in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • January has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 30ºC. Search for cheap flights from Melbourne to Ninoy Aquino International Airport sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

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