Sapporo to Manila (Pasay) (CTS–MNL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Last scheduled nonstop: Jul 2026.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
CTS–MNL had nonstop service from Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines, last on the schedule in July 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 2,307 miles in 4h 39m.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5J Cebu Pacific | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
| PR Philippine Airlines Also: NH | 0 | – | – | – | – | NH |
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) had nonstop service from Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines, last on the schedule in July 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.
CTS to MNL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CTS to MNL is about 4 hours 39 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,307 miles (3,712 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Kaohsiung, Chubu Centrair and Gimhae. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.