Travelling from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Brisbane Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 8 hours.
Manila is two hours behind Brisbane and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Take your pick of 13 weekly Brisbane Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flights. The 11:10 departure with Philippine Airlines is the earliest you can take. Qantas operates the last service of the day at 19:15.
To ensure you get on your BNE to MNL flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Philippine Airlines offers direct flights from Brisbane Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Manila — and maybe even more of the Philippines if you have time.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Philippine Airlines.
The most punctual carrier operating BNE to MNL flights is Qantas. Its services arrive without delay 71.43% of the time.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Brisbane Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport. These are the top stopovers between BNE and MNL:
Hong Kong Intl Airport
Sydney Airport
Port Moresby Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Brisbane Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight is $423. A return plane ticket right now is $806. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BNE to MNL if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Brisbane Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Finding cheap flights from BNE to MNL is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Brisbane Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Brisbane Airport (BNE)
65% of flights taking off from Brisbane Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Brisbane to Brisbane Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near BNE? If you're boarding an early flight from Brisbane Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
If you're coming in on a late Brisbane Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near MNL:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Europcar and explore beyond Manila's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport about four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Brisbane Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport. May is the most popular month to head to Manila. If you want a quieter vibe, go in September.
Book your flight from Brisbane Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport for May if you'd like to go to Manila during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 35ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 30ºC. Look for cheap tickets from BNE to MNL sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the Philippines
Manila has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the Philippines waiting to be discovered. Around 8 kilometres north-east of Manila, a trip to Quezon City will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Botanical Garden & Arboretum, Christ the King and Art in Island.
Taguig is another must-experience destination in the Philippines and is around 13 kilometres south-east of Manila. No trip is complete without visiting The Mind Museum, Metropolitan Museum of Manila - BGC and One Bonifacio High Street Park.

