Bacolod City to Manila (Pasay) (BCD–MNL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
BCD–MNL is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Cebu Pacific, Zest Air and Philippine Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 291 miles in approximately 1h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 2 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5J Cebu Pacific | 57 | 320, 32N, 32Q | 1h25-1h30 | – | – | – |
| Z2 Zest Air | 31 | 320 | 1h10-1h15 | – | – | – |
| PR Philippine Airlines Also: MH, NH, SQ | 28 | 320 | 1h10-1h20 | – | – | MH, NH, SQ |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Manila (Pasay) from Bacolod City
| Metric | BCD→MNL | ILO→MNL | RXS→MNL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from BCD | – | 36 mi | 60 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 6 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 158 | 167 | 35 |
| Flight time | 1h 10m | 1h 5m | 0h 55m |
Travel Essentials
BCD: PST · MNL: PST
When it's 6:00 PM in Bacolod City, it's 6:00 PM in Manila (Pasay).
Metered yellow taxis depart from each terminal's designated taxi queue; flag fall ₱70 plus meter. Confirm the driver uses the meter before entering; insist on it. Grab (Philippines ride-share) is a reliable alternative at ₱200–450 to Makati or BGC.Terminal 1, 2, 3, and 4 are not connected by a common transit link; confirm which terminal you arrive at well in advance. To BGC: ₱200–350, 20–40 min off-peak. To Manila Hotel area: ₱150–200, 30–60 min. Rental cars are available but driving in Manila is not recommended for the unfamiliar.
Tropical climate with a pronounced wet season (June–November) and dry season (December–May). The wet season brings typhoons. MNL experiences some of the highest disruption rates of any major hub during this period. Cancellations and long delays are common when typhoons make landfall in Luzon.
Temperatures year-round range 25–35°C. The hot dry season (March–May) is uncomfortable but operationally stable. December through February is the most pleasant period at 24–30°C with low humidity. Monsoon rains cause frequent flooding on approach roads from June through October. Add extra ground transport time during this period.
BCD–MNL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BCD to MNL
Bacolod-Silay International Airport (BCD) and Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) are connected by nonstop service from Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines and Zest Air. With 158 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
BCD to MNL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BCD to MNL ranges from 1 hours 10 minutes to 1 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 291 miles (468 km). There are approximately 158 weekly flights outbound and 180 return, totaling 338 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
2 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 14 hours via CEB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Cabatuan (ILO), Roxas City (RXS) and Cebu City/Lapu-Lapu City (CEB).