Bangkok to Manila (Pasay) (BKK–MNL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
BKK–MNL is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Philippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific and Thai Airways lead the route. The flight covers 1,359 miles in approximately 3h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 46 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PR Philippine Airlines Also: PG | 27 | 321, 773 | 3h19-3h40 | – | – | PG |
| 5J Cebu Pacific | 14 | 32N, 339 | 3h35-3h45 | – | – | – |
| TG Thai Airways Also: AC, OS | 14 | 320 | 3h20-3h25 | – | Star Alliance | AC, OS |
| SV Saudia | 0 | – | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Manila (Pasay) from Bangkok
| Metric | BKK→MNL | DMK→MNL |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from BKK | – | 19 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 83 | 14 |
| Flight time | 3h 10m | 3h 35m |
Travel Essentials
BKK: +07 · MNL: PST
When it's 6:00 PM in Bangkok, it's 7:00 PM in Manila (Pasay).
Thai passport holders enter the Philippines visa-free for up to 30 days under the ASEAN bilateral agreement. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. A return or onward ticket is required and checked by airlines before boarding. You receive a stamp at immigration.
At Manila Ninoy Aquino (MNL), Cebu Mactan (CEB), or Clark (CRK), the process is fast for ASEAN passport holders. The 30-day stay can be extended at any Bureau of Immigration office for another 29 days (PHP 3,030, about THB 1,900). Further monthly extensions are possible up to a maximum of 3 years. The eTravel registration form at etravel.gov.ph must be completed within 72 hours before arrival.
Direct flights from Bangkok (BKK or DMK) to Manila run about 3 hours on Philippine Airlines, Thai Airways, Cebu Pacific, and Thai AirAsia. Bangkok to Cebu runs about 3 hours 30 minutes. The Philippines uses the Philippine peso (PHP), trading at roughly 0.63 PHP per THB 1 (or about 1.6 THB per PHP 1). Grab is the dominant ride-hailing app in Manila, Cebu, and other major cities. Jeepneys (PHP 13 per ride in Manila, about THB 8) are the local transit icon. GCash and Maya are widely used for cashless payments at convenience stores, restaurants, and markets.
Airport Rail Link (ARL) runs from Phaya Thai station to Suvarnabhumi in 30 minutes (฿45 City Line; ฿90–130 Express, though Express service is often suspended). Trains run 6am to midnight. Transfer at Makkasan for MRT or Phaya Thai for BTS Skytrain.Metered taxis cost ฿250–400 from central Bangkok plus expressway tolls (฿50–75); expect 40–90 minutes depending on traffic. Avoid non-metered taxis; insist on the meter. Ride-share apps (Grab) are widely used and typically cost ฿200–350.
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.
BKK–MNL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BKK to MNL
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) are connected by nonstop service from Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines, Saudia and Thai Airways. With 83 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
BKK to MNL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BKK to MNL ranges from 3 hours 10 minutes to 3 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,359 miles (2,188 km). There are approximately 83 weekly flights outbound and 83 return, totaling 166 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
46 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via NNG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bangkok (DMK).