R5 924+ 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 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— MNL
Feb 20 — Feb 271
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Philippines in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Philippines
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Philippines. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 21 January 2026.

Tue 17/212:45
JNB
-
MNL
1 stop27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 24/218:30
MNL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/1R10 864
Mon 16/312:45
JNB
-
MNL
1 stop27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sun 22/318:25
MNL
-
JNB
1 stop39h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/1R11 143
Tue 20/1019:50
JNB
-
MNL
1 stop21h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 10/1119:00
MNL
-
JNB
1 stop29h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 19/1R11 176
Wed 30/919:50
JNB
-
MNL
1 stop33h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 7/107:40
MNL
-
JNB
1 stop16h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 19/1R11 209
Wed 16/919:50
JNB
-
MNL
1 stop21h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 30/97:40
MNL
-
JNB
1 stop16h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 20/1R11 225
Mon 9/219:55
JNB
-
MNL
1 stop15h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 24/27:20
MNL
-
JNB
1 stop17h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 19/1R11 356

Find flight deals to Philippines

Find the latest flights to Philippines in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 21 January 2026.

Return from

R10 864

One-way from

R5 924

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 638
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 17/2-24/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Manila
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 3/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Philippines
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R1 145 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R294 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in January 2026

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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 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 21 January 2026.
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Fly from

Johannesburg

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgManila

JNB - MNL

JNBMNL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

12:45-21:50

1 stop27h 05m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 22/3

18:25-3:55

1 stop39h 30m

R11 143

JohannesburgManila

JNB - MNL

JNBMNL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

19:55-17:45

1 stop15h 50m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 24/2

7:20-18:35

1 stop17h 15m

R11 356

JohannesburgManila

JNB - MNL

JNBMNL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/4

19:50-17:25

1 stop15h 35m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 26/4

18:35-18:35

1 stop30h 00m

R11 849

JohannesburgCebu City

JNB - CEB

JNBCEB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/3

19:55-0:35

1 stop22h 40m

Cebu City Mactan Intl

Thu 12/3

1:10-18:35

1 stop23h 25m

R12 423

JohannesburgManila

JNB - MNL

JNBMNL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

13:45-16:05

1 stop20h 20m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 12/3

19:45-15:25

2 stops25h 40m

R14 589

JohannesburgManila

JNB - MNL

JNBMNL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

14:30-18:15

2 stops21h 45m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 22/3

20:30-13:05

2 stops22h 35m

R14 917

JohannesburgCebu City

JNB - CEB

JNBCEB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/4

19:50-1:00

1 stop23h 10m

Cebu City Mactan Intl

Fri 24/4

2:00-18:35

1 stop22h 35m

R15 377

JohannesburgManila

JNB - MNL

JNBMNL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/4

14:45-22:20

1 stop25h 35m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 26/4

19:55-13:05

2 stops23h 10m

R15 951

JohannesburgCebu City

JNB - CEB

JNBCEB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/4

20:55-17:55

1 stop39h 00m

Cebu City Mactan Intl

Sat 11/4

19:25-8:50

2 stops43h 25m

R16 197

JohannesburgCebu City

JNB - CEB

JNBCEB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/3

13:45-17:55

1 stop22h 10m

Cebu City Mactan Intl

Fri 13/3

12:30-8:40

2 stops26h 10m

R16 837

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 19/1

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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 21 hours 23 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 Singapore Airlines, Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways.

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).

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

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Philippines in the last few years. This data was updated on 21 January 2026.
The most popular places in Philippines to fly to are Manila, Cebu City, Boracay, Angeles City and Puerto Princesa.

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 21 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines serving the Philippines, such as Emirates, Singapore Airlines, 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

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

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?

    Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Philippines. One-way flights to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl typically cost R352, while return flights cost around R784.

  • How much is a return flight to Philippines?

    A return flight to Philippines will typically cost around R4 079, however they can be found for as little as R3 747.

  • 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 (15 hours 35 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 is the closest property to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (0,0 km away from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl).

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