Question 1

How long is the flight from San Francisco to Manila?

Accepted Answer

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Manila typically takes around 13 hours 10 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, allow more travel time. Typical one-stop itineraries take around 16 hours 40 minutes. For the quickest trip, a nonstop flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Manila?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are nonstop flights from San Francisco to Manila, although not necessarily every day. On average, around 7 to 8 flights per week are available. If you have flexibility with your travel dates, you will have an easier time finding a suitable nonstop connection.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from San Francisco to Manila?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from San Francisco to Manila are operated by, among others, United Airlines and Philippine Airlines. Connecting flights with one stop are also available, for example with Starlux Airlines (via Taiwan-Taoyuan), China Airlines (via Taiwan-Taoyuan) and Cathay Pacific (via Hong Kong). If travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.

Question 4

On which days are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Manila?

Accepted Answer

Nonstop flights from San Francisco to Manila operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day does not have a nonstop flight, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from San Francisco to Manila?

Accepted Answer

On the route from San Francisco to Manila, there are on average around 1 to 2 flights per day. The number of flights can vary by day of the week and season. If you are flexible with your dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from San Francisco to Manila?

Accepted Answer

On the route from San Francisco to Manila, there are around 7 to 8 flights per week. The number of flights can vary depending on the season and day of the week. If you have flexibility, it is worth looking at several departure days.

Question 7

When does the first flight from San Francisco to Manila depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest nonstop flight from San Francisco to Manila usually departs at 12:30 AM. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are especially useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Manila.

Question 8

When does the last flight from San Francisco to Manila depart?

Accepted Answer

The last nonstop flight from San Francisco to Manila usually departs at 11:45 PM. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a nonstop flight, as a connecting itinerary could push the arrival time significantly later.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
San Francisco Manila	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (PVG) MU0590, MU0211 22h 20min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (ICN) OZ0704, OZ0212 31h 05min	China Eastern Airlines	?	$852
San Francisco Manila	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (PVG) MU0590, MU7311 30h 00min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (ICN) OZ0704, OZ0212 31h 05min	China Eastern Airlines		$856
Best option San Francisco Manila	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (ICN) OZ0211, OZ0701 20h 35min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (ICN) OZ0702, OZ0212 18h 55min	Asiana Airlines		$890
San Francisco Manila	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (ICN) OZ0211, OZ0703 32h 15min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (ICN) OZ0704, OZ0212 31h 05min	Asiana Airlines		$855
San Francisco Manila	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (PVG) MU0590, MU7311 30h 00min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (ICN) OZ0704, OZ0212 31h 05min	China Eastern Airlines		$863
San Francisco Manila	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (ICN) OZ0211, OZ0703 32h 15min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (ICN) OZ0702, OZ0212 18h 55min	Asiana Airlines	?	$885
San Francisco Manila	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (ICN) OZ0211, OZ0703 32h 15min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (ICN) OZ0704, OZ0212 31h 05min	Asiana Airlines		$898
San Francisco Manila	Outbound 08/20/26 2 Stopovers (LAX, TPE) AS1320, JX0001, JX0785 21h 33min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (TPE) JX0786, JX0012 25h 15min	Alaska Airlines, Starlux Airlines	?	$937
San Francisco Manila	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (HKG) CX0879, CX0913 17h 55min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (ICN) OZ0704, OZ0212 31h 05min	Cathay Pacific Airways		$938
San Francisco Manila	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (HKG) CX0879, CX0913 17h 55min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (HKG) CX0912, CX0872 30h 15min	Cathay Pacific Airways		$939

Roundtrip from	$851.50
Flight duration	min. 14:30
Return flight duration	min. 12:20
Distance	11241 km
Flights per week	8
Departure airport	Airport San Francisco International Airport, CA (SFO)
Arrival airport	Airport Manila-Ninoy Aquino Inernational (MNL)
Destination country	Flights to Philippines
Departure airport - Destination country	San Francisco International Airport, CA - Philippines
Departure airport - City-Code	San Francisco International Airport, CA - Luzon - Metropolitan Area

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