How to get the cheapest flight from London to Manila?
Right now, you can fly from London Heathrow to Manila for £413.
Cheap flights can be found as last-minute deals, but it’s best to book flights to Manila in advance. Look for Royal Brunei and in your search results as they have the lowest prices at the moment. If you’re open to a one-stop flight, several airlines offer connections via major hubs like Dubai, Doha, Hong Kong, Istanbul and Singapore, which can sometimes be cheaper than flying direct. It's usually cheapest to fly from London Heathrow due to the volume of flights, but you can also fly from Gatwick (LGW), Stansted (STN) and London City (LCY), so make sure you compare all four options for your chosen dates.
Flights to Manila are usually cheapest in the rainy season from July to October, so if you don't mind the monsoon, this is by far the cheapest time to visit. The shoulder months at each side of the dry season - December and May - can offer good value prices for decent weather too.
Can you fly direct from London to Manila?
Yes! Philippine Airlines operates a direct flight from London Heathrow (LHR) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila. This is the fastest flight to the Philippines from the UK, with a flight time of approximately 14 hours.
How long is the flight from London to Manila?
- Direct flight: Around 14 hours
- One-stop flights: Typically 16–22 hours, depending on stopover time
- Two-stop flights: Can take 24+ hours (but may be cheaper)
FAQs about flights from London to Manila
Which airlines fly from London to Manila?
Direct flights to Manila are available from Heathrow with Philippine Airlines, but you can also fly indirect with airlines like Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, Emirates, Royal Brunei and Air China. Carriers including Cathay Pacific and China Eastern Airlines fly from Gatwick, Emirates take off from Stansted, and KLM and Etihad Airways go from London City.
Which airlines have the cheapest flights to Manila?
Royal Brunei, Malaysia Airlines and Air China often have some of the cheapest flights.
Which London airport offers the cheapest direct flight to Manila?
Currently, the cheapest flight to Manila from London is from London Heathrow.
How do I get into Manila from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)?
Manila Airport has a reputation for being tricky to navigate, so it’s worth putting a bit of extra time in to planning your arrival. The airport has several terminals that are quite far apart from one another, but if you’re flying direct with Philippines Airlines you’ll land at terminal 2. To get into the city, you can either take a taxi or a bus – there’s no rail link. If you take a taxi, it’s a good idea to take the yellow certified taxis rather than the white taxis. If you’re on a tight budget you could take the airport bus, which usually works out cheaper. They leave every 30 minutes.
What are the top things to do in Manila?
So, you’ve reached the capital of the Philippines – what now? This intriguing city is a mish-mash of Filipino, Spanish and American influences and it’s full of things to do. Wander through The Walled City, also known as Intramuros, and once the colonial outpost of the Spanish empire. Then swot up on more history at Fort Santiago, a crumbling Spanish fort-turned-museum. For thrills, it’s got to be Star City theme park, and for more thrills but this time with a side order of tropical fish – because, why not? – just head straight to Manila Ocean Park.
Do I need a visa to travel to Manila?
You can usually enter the Philippines without a visa for an initial period of 30 days. If you plan to stay longer, you can also apply for a tourist visa from the Philippine Embassy before you travel, which gives you up to 59 days in the country.
