R7 577+ Cheap flights to the Philippines

— MNL
Dec 2 — Dec 91
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Philippines in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Philippines

Thu 12/119:50 -
1 stop30h 05m
Wed 25/115:45 -
1 stop32h 40m
Deal found 1/11R12 584
Tue 17/119:50 -
1 stop30h 05m
Tue 24/115:45 -
1 stop32h 40m
Deal found 1/11R12 634
Sun 8/119:50 -
1 stop30h 05m
Mon 16/115:45 -
1 stop32h 40m
Deal found 29/10R13 469
Sun 8/119:50 -
1 stop30h 05m
Sun 15/115:45 -
1 stop32h 40m
Deal found 29/10R13 569
Fri 20/1110:10 -
1 stop33h 30m
Mon 23/112:55 -
1 stop34h 45m
Deal found 28/10R13 669
Thu 19/119:50 -
1 stop18h 05m
Sat 5/125:45 -
1 stop32h 40m
Deal found 1/11R13 970

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R12 584

One-way from

R7 577

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 085
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 12/11-25/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Manila
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 19/11-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Philippines
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R905 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R259 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in November 2026

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JohannesburgManila

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

JNBMNL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/11

13:45-1:35

2 stops29h 50m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 779
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgCebu City

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CEB Cebu City Mactan Intl

JNBCEB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/2

20:20-8:05

3 stops29h 45m

Cebu City Mactan Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 897

JohannesburgManila

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

JNBMNL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

14:30-18:15

2 stops21h 45m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 25/11

20:30-13:30

2 stops23h 00m

R14 387

JohannesburgManila

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

JNBMNL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/11

14:30-18:15

2 stops21h 45m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sat 5/12

20:30-13:30

2 stops23h 00m

R14 787

JohannesburgManila

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

JNBMNL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/11

14:30-18:15

2 stops21h 45m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 15/11

20:30-13:30

2 stops23h 00m

R14 854

JohannesburgManila

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

JNBMNL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/11

9:50-21:55

1 stop30h 05m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 26/11

5:45-8:25

1 stop32h 40m

R15 555

JohannesburgManila

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

JNBMNL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/11

14:30-18:15

2 stops21h 45m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 26/11

20:30-3:55

2 stops37h 25m

R16 790

JohannesburgCebu City

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CEB Cebu City Mactan Intl

JNBCEB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

11:00-11:10

1 stop18h 10m

Cebu City Mactan Intl

Sun 22/11

19:35-7:25

1 stop17h 50m

R19 794

JohannesburgCebu City

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CEB Cebu City Mactan Intl

JNBCEB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/11

11:00-18:20

1 stop25h 20m

Cebu City Mactan Intl

Thu 17/12

12:25-7:25

1 stop25h 00m

R20 212

JohannesburgAngeles City

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CRK Angeles City Clark Intl

JNBCRK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

18:50-18:20

2 stops41h 30m

Angeles City Clark Intl

Mon 16/11

19:50-10:25

1 stop20h 35m

R20 379

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Best time to book a flight to Philippines

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Everything you need to know about your flight to the Philippines

How long is the flight to Philippines?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Philippines takes 25 hours 21 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.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Philippines?

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

Rainfall in Philippines 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

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).

When is the best time to book a flight to Philippines?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Philippines, you should look to book at least 82 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What are the most popular places to fly to in Philippines?

The most popular places in Philippines to fly to are Manila, Cebu City, Boracay, Angeles City and Puerto Princesa.

Reviews of airlines servicing Philippines

Read through reviews of airlines serving the Philippines, such as Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andCathay Pacific. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Judith,Sept 2026

SFO - SIN

Great except for giving me a dinner with rice in it that I didn’t order.

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Judith,Sept 2026

SFO - SIN

Great except for giving me a dinner with rice in it that I didn’t order.

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Judith,Sept 2026

SFO - SIN

Great except for giving me a dinner with rice in it that I didn’t order.

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Judith,Sept 2026

SFO - SIN

Great except for giving me a dinner with rice in it that I didn’t order.

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Judith,Sept 2026

SFO - SIN

Great except for giving me a dinner with rice in it that I didn’t order.

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Judith,Sept 2026

SFO - SIN

Great except for giving me a dinner with rice in it that I didn’t order.

FAQs about flying to Philippines

  • 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, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Philippines.

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

    Cebu City Mactan Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Philippines. One-way flights to Cebu City Mactan Intl typically cost R655, while return flights cost around R819.

  • How much is a return flight to Philippines?

    A return flight to Philippines will typically cost around R8 893, however they can be found for as little as R2 515.

  • 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 30 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. Metrohive Apartment 2e - Cozy Studio Near Airport & Pitx is the closest property to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (0,0 km away from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl).

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