Brisbane to Manila (Pasay) (BNE–MNL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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BNE–MNL is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Philippine Airlines and Qantas lead the route. The flight covers 3,606 miles in approximately 8h 3m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PR Philippine Airlines | 7 | 321 | 8h05 | – | – | – |
| QF Qantas | 7 | 332 | 8h | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
BNE: AEST · MNL: PST
When it's 6:00 PM in Brisbane, it's 4:00 PM in Manila (Pasay).
The Airtrain runs from Brisbane CBD stations (Central, Roma Street, Fortitude Valley, South Brisbane) to the Domestic and International terminals in 20 minutes. Walk-up fare is AUD 22.30 from city stations. Pre-booking online drops the price to AUD 10.95-18.96. Two adults traveling together pay AUD 32 total, and kids under 14 ride free with a paying adult. Services run every 15 minutes during peak and every 30 minutes off-peak, from 05:04 to 22:04 weekdays (06:04 weekends).
Uber and Didi from the CBD cost AUD 25-45 plus a AUD 4.86 airport access fee. The ride takes 20 minutes outside peak. Standard taxis are more expensive at AUD 55-80 plus the same airport fee. If you are south of the river (South Bank, West End), take the Airtrain from South Brisbane station. Gold Coast passengers connect via Helensvale station.
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.
BNE–MNL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BNE to MNL
Brisbane International Airport (BNE) and Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) are connected by nonstop service from Philippine Airlines and Qantas. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
BNE to MNL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BNE to MNL is about 8 hours 3 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,606 miles (5,804 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Sydney Kingsford Smith, Port Moresby Jacksons and Melbourne. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.