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$185+ Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Manila (MNL)

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 8/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — MNL
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl are usually found in February or August, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Manila

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Manila (MNL). 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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$342
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$185
(AirAsia)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$544

Good round-trip deal

$494 or less

Good one-way deal

$243 or less
From Melbourne to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Manila
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Manila. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Mon 8/259:45 pmMEL - MNL
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/110:45 pmMNL - MEL
1 stop28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$342
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/269:30 pmMEL - MNL
1 stop23h 05mScoot
Tue 9/26:55 amMNL - MEL
1 stop26h 50mScoot
Deal found 7/29$361
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Sun 9/2812:25 amMEL - MNL
Nonstop8h 35mCebu Pacific
Sun 10/1912:45 pmMNL - MEL
Nonstop8h 20mCebu Pacific
Deal found 7/26$388

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Manila that are best for you.

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MelbourneManila

MEL - MNL

MELMNL

Melbourne

Mon 8/25

9:45 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop16h 30m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 9/1

10:45 pm-5:30 am

1 stop28h 45m

$342

MelbourneManila

MEL - MNL

MELMNL

Melbourne

Tue 8/26

9:30 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop23h 05m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 9/2

6:55 am-11:45 am

1 stop26h 50m

$361

MelbourneManila

MEL - MNL

MELMNL

Melbourne

Sun 9/28

12:25 am-7:00 am

Nonstop8h 35m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 10/19

12:45 pm-12:05 am

Nonstop8h 20m

$388

MelbourneManila

MEL - MNL

MELMNL

Melbourne

Sun 8/17

7:00 am-10:10 pm

1 stop17h 10m

$185

MelbourneManila

MEL - MNL

MELMNL

Melbourne

Tue 10/14

1:25 am-7:00 am

Nonstop8h 35m

$195

MelbourneManila

MEL - MNL

MELMNL

Melbourne

Mon 8/4

1:00 pm-5:40 am

1 stop18h 40m

$245

MelbourneManila

MEL - MNL

MELMNL

Melbourne

Wed 10/1

8:00 am-2:50 pm

Nonstop8h 50m

$274

MelbourneManila

MEL - MNL

MELMNL

Melbourne

Mon 9/15

10:20 am-4:45 pm

1 stop32h 25m

$320

MelbourneManila

MEL - MNL

MELMNL

Melbourne

Sun 10/5

12:30 am-2:05 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$353

MelbourneManila

MEL - MNL

MELMNL

Melbourne

Thu 1/1

12:35 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop34h 40m

$377

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The best insider tips for Melbourne Airport to Manila flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Melbourne Airport to Manila trip
Airlines
Cebu Pacific

Cebu Pacific's Fly+Bag+Meal bundle includes economy seating, checked baggage, and a meal for convenience.


Pre-order Filipino meals like Beef Adobo online for a taste of local cuisine during your flight.

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Philippine Airlines

Enjoy priority check-in and boarding with Premium Economy, plus spacious seating and upgraded menu choices.


Business Class offers a fully flat bed on select aircraft, perfect for long-haul comfort.

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Manila

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Manila from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Manila

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Manila?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Manila. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Manila is 63 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 Melbourne Airport to Manila?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Manila (average of $901). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Manila in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,490). 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 MEL to MNL?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Manila. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Melbourne Airport to Manila 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 51% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Melbourne Airport to Manila?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Manila?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Manila chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Xiamen (XMN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 35% of 1-stop itineraries from Melbourne Airport to Manila on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Manila?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Manila, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Singapore (SIN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $432.

What’s the fastest layover option from Melbourne Airport to Manila?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Manila, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Bandar Seri Begawan (BWN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 3h 05m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Melbourne Airport to Manila?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Manila, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Guangzhou (CAN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 40m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Manila

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Manila. 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 Manila. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with China Southern, Malaysia Airlines, and Philippine Airlines from Melbourne Airport to Manila have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Southern
7.6
Good
104 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.4

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines
China Southern
7.6
Good
104 reviews
China Southern
7.6
Good
104 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.4

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
270 reviews
China Southern
7.6
Good
104 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.4

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines
Philippine Airlines
7.2
Good
894 reviews
China Southern
7.6
Good
104 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.4

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines
Cebu Pacific
6.8
Okay
201 reviews
China Southern
7.6
Good
104 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.4

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines
Scoot
6.7
Okay
308 reviews
China Southern
7.6
Good
104 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.4

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Manila. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Manila from Melbourne?

    If you book a flight to Manila from Melbourne, you will be flying to Ninoy Aquino Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) is located 6.8 mi from the center of Manila. There are 0 flights from Melbourne to Ninoy Aquino Intl per day from 5 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Manila round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne Airport to Manila round-trip from $361. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Cebu Pacific. These flights start at 33% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Manila one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Cebu Pacific, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $195. However, be on the lookout for offers from Scoot and Philippine Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne Airport to Manila for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Manila?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $206. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl) can be booked for $444 on average our data indicates $479 when flying from Melbourne Airport to Manila.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Manila?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Manila 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 Melbourne Airport to Manila?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Manila (average of $901). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Manila in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,490). 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 5 airlines flying from Melbourne to Manila

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Manila. 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ScootCheapest$180Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Cebu PacificCheapest$308Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$441Average$650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
XiamenAirCheapest$604Average$1,011FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$640Average$1,388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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