Sapporo to Manila (Pasay) (CTS–MNL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CTS–MNL is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 2,307 miles in approximately 6h. Beyond nonstop, 16 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5J Cebu Pacific | 3 | 32Q | 6h10 | – | – | – |
| PR Philippine Airlines | 3 | 321 | 6h | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
CTS: JST · MNL: PST
When it's 6:00 PM in Sapporo, it's 5:00 PM in Manila (Pasay).
Japanese passport holders enter the Philippines visa-free for up to 30 days. No fee, no advance application. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry with one blank page. You need a return or onward ticket departing the Philippines within 30 days. Without one, airlines may deny boarding. Extensions of up to 59 days are available at any Bureau of Immigration office for PHP 3,030.
The eTravel system at etravel.gov.ph must be completed within 72 hours before arrival. It is free and generates a QR code scanned at immigration. At Manila (MNL) or Cebu (CEB), immigration processing for Japanese nationals is quick, though Manila's NAIA Terminal 1 can be congested during peak evening arrivals (6 PM to 10 PM).
Direct flights from Tokyo Narita and Haneda to Manila run about 4 hours 30 minutes on Philippine Airlines, ANA, JAL, and Cebu Pacific. Osaka Kansai, Nagoya, and Fukuoka also have direct service to Manila and Cebu. The Philippines uses the Philippine peso (PHP), trading at roughly 0.38 PHP per JPY. No mandatory vaccinations. Grab is the standard ride-hail app in Metro Manila and Cebu. Airport-to-city transfer from NAIA to Makati costs PHP 200 to PHP 400 by Grab, or take the BGC bus for PHP 55.
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.
CTS–MNL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CTS to MNL
New Chitose Airport (CTS) and Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) are connected by nonstop service from Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines. With 6 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
CTS to MNL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CTS to MNL ranges from 6 hours 0 minutes to 6 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,307 miles (3,712 km). There are approximately 6 weekly flights outbound and 6 return, totaling 12 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
16 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 11 hours via SGN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.