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$42+ Cheap flights from Manila to General Santos (MNL - GES)

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 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MNL — GES
Dec 12 — Dec 191
Fri 12/12
Fri 12/19
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl to General Santos Intl are usually found in February or September, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Manila to General Santos

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Manila (MNL) to General Santos (GES). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

OneTravel
3 stars

Most trusted provider

OneTravel
3 stars

Round-trip from

$80
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$42
(Philippine Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$85

Good round-trip deal

$81 or less

Good one-way deal

$43 or less
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Cheapest flights from Manila to General Santos
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manila to General Santos. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 12, 2025.

This Philippine Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Philippine Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/269:40 amMNL - GES
Nonstop2h 15mPhilippine Airlines
Wed 11/269:05 pmGES - MNL
Nonstop2h 15mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 11/10$103
This Philippine Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Philippine Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/296:00 amMNL - GES
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippine Airlines
Fri 12/129:05 pmGES - MNL
Nonstop2h 15mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 11/11$107
This Philippine Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Philippine Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/266:35 amMNL - GES
1 stop11h 15mPhilippine Airlines
Sat 11/299:05 pmGES - MNL
Nonstop2h 15mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 11/11$108
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/76:55 amMNL - GES
1 stop8h 40mCebu Pacific
Sun 12/147:00 pmGES - MNL
Nonstop2h 10mCebu Pacific
Deal found 11/10$110
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2110:50 pmMNL - GES
1 stop19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/163:55 pmGES - MNL
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$111
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/74:05 amMNL - GES
Nonstop2h 05mCebu Pacific
Mon 12/153:55 pmGES - MNL
Nonstop2h 25mCebu Pacific
Deal found 11/10$112
This Philippine Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Philippine Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/263:05 amMNL - GES
1 stop14h 45mPhilippine Airlines
Sun 11/306:10 pmGES - MNL
1 stop14h 00mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 11/11$113
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/209:35 pmMNL - GES
1 stop20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/37:20 pmGES - MNL
1 stop10h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$114
This Philippine Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Philippine Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/256:00 amMNL - GES
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippine Airlines
Thu 11/279:05 pmGES - MNL
Nonstop2h 15mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 11/10$116
This Philippine Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Philippine Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/206:00 pmMNL - GES
Nonstop2h 15mPhilippine Airlines
Wed 11/261:45 pmGES - MNL
Nonstop2h 15mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 11/10$117

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Manila to General Santos that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Manila to General Santos that are best for you.

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Manila

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General Santos

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Depart

Return

Price

ManilaGeneral Santos

MNL - GES

MNLGES

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 1/30

1:30 pm-3:40 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

General Santos Intl

Tue 2/3

9:45 am-11:45 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$81

ManilaGeneral Santos

MNL - GES

MNLGES

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sat 1/10

6:00 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

General Santos Intl

Wed 1/14

4:55 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$97

ManilaGeneral Santos

MNL - GES

MNLGES

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 1/9

6:00 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

General Santos Intl

Wed 1/14

6:10 pm-4:40 am

1 stop10h 30m

$98

ManilaGeneral Santos

MNL - GES

MNLGES

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sat 11/29

5:25 am-5:50 pm

1 stop12h 25m

General Santos Intl

Fri 12/12

9:05 pm-11:20 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$108

ManilaGeneral Santos

MNL - GES

MNLGES

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 11/26

3:05 am-5:50 pm

1 stop14h 45m

General Santos Intl

Sun 11/30

6:10 pm-8:10 am

1 stop14h 00m

$113

ManilaGeneral Santos

MNL - GES

MNLGES

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 1/12

6:00 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$42

ManilaGeneral Santos

MNL - GES

MNLGES

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 5/5

3:45 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$43

ManilaGeneral Santos

MNL - GES

MNLGES

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 5/5

5:45 am-5:45 pm

1 stop12h 00m

$48

ManilaGeneral Santos

MNL - GES

MNLGES

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 2/10

5:25 am-5:50 pm

1 stop12h 25m

$48

ManilaGeneral Santos

MNL - GES

MNLGES

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 4/9

7:05 am-9:05 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$52

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Manila to General Santos in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Manila-General Santos flights, users find the pricing of OneTravel to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. OneTravel Users can find the same prices on Manila-General Santos flight deals on Cheapflights vs. OneTravel >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Manila-General Santos flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Manila-General Santos flights, Cheapflights users trust OneTravel the most. OneTravel has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Manila-General Santos flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Manila to General Santos

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Manila to General Santos

How far ahead should I book a flight from Manila to General Santos?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Manila to General Santos. Price data was last updated on November 7, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Manila to General Santos is 55 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Manila to General Santos?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manila to General Santos (average of $46). Flying from Manila to General Santos in December is currently the most expensive (average of $73). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MNL to GES?

Find hourly flight availability from Manila to General Santos. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Manila to General Santos is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 14% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Manila to General Santos?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Manila to General Santos. Price data was last updated on November 2, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Manila to General Santos flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Manila to General Santos?

The best insider tips for Manila to General Santos flights

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Philippine Airlines

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Economy Class includes refreshment service on flights over 45 minutes.

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Cebu Pacific

Check-in online up to 1 hour before departure for last-minute flexibility.


Cebu Pacific's Go Rewards program offers points redeemable at over 2000 stores.

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Reviews of airlines servicing General Santos

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to General Santos. 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 General Santos. Reviews last updated November 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Philippine Airlines and Cebu Pacific from Manila to General Santos. 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.
Philippine Airlines
7.3
Good
936 reviews

Boarding

7.3

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.1

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

MNL - SEA

I like about how they serve meal and snack 😋 I like the food. Excellent for me.
Philippine Airlines
7.3
Good
936 reviews
Philippine Airlines
7.3
Good
936 reviews

Boarding

7.3

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.1

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

MNL - SEA

I like about how they serve meal and snack 😋 I like the food. Excellent for me.
Cebu Pacific
6.8
Okay
202 reviews
Philippine Airlines
7.3
Good
936 reviews

Boarding

7.3

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.1

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

MNL - SEA

I like about how they serve meal and snack 😋 I like the food. Excellent for me.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Manila to General Santos?

    If you book a flight from Manila to General Santos, you will be flying from Ninoy Aquino Intl to General Santos Intl. Flights to General Santos Intl (GES) from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) take 1h 55m for a nonstop flight. There are 7 flights from Ninoy Aquino Intl to General Santos per day from 2 airlines.

  • How popular is this Manila to General Santos flight route?

    Within the past month, 96 users have taken a look at flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl to General Santos Intl.

  • How long is the flight from Manila to General Santos?

    Departing from Manila to General Santos will take you 2h 10m. Manila and General Santos are separated by a distance of 647 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Manila to General Santos round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Manila to General Santos is Cebu Pacific. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $54 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Philippine Airlines, starting at $57. Cebu Pacific is currently priced 42% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Manila to General Santos?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Manila to General Santos on time: PAL Express (93%), Malaysia Airlines (86%), Philippine Airlines (72%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Manila to General Santos?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Manila to General Santos? While on average our users pay $83, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $37. The most popular route (Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - General Santos Intl), is priced around $71.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Manila to General Santos that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Manila to General Santos flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Manila to General Santos?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Manila to General Santos.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Manila to General Santos?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Manila to General Santos by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Manila to General Santos?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manila to General Santos (average of $46). Flying from Manila to General Santos in December is currently the most expensive (average of $73). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Manila to General Santos

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Manila to General Santos. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cebu PacificCheapest$54Average$100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$57Average$88FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%

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