Doha to Manila (Pasay) (DOH–MNL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DOH–MNL is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Philippine Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 4,525 miles in approximately 8h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 37 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PR Philippine Airlines Also: QR | 7 | 333 | 9h05 | – | – | QR |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Manila (Pasay) from Doha
| Metric | DOH→MNL | BAH→MNL | DMM→MNL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DOH | – | 91 mi | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 39 | 7 | 3 |
| Flight time | 8h 25m | 9h 45m | 9h 30m |
Travel Essentials
DOH: +03 · MNL: PST
When it's 6:00 PM in Doha, it's 11:00 PM in Manila (Pasay).
Qatari passport holders enter the Philippines visa-free for stays up to 30 days. 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 at immigration. Extensions up to 36 months total can be obtained through the Bureau of Immigration in the Philippines.
Doha Metro Gold Line connects the city center directly to Hamad International; the Hamad International Airport station is at the terminal (15–20 min from Al Bidda / West Bay area, QAR 3–6). Metro runs 6am–11pm Sunday–Wednesday, until midnight Thursday, and 2pm–1am Friday. The Gold Line also connects to the Red and Green lines at Msheireb station for wider coverage.Taxis from West Bay / downtown Doha cost QAR 30–50 and take 15–25 minutes. Karwa taxis are metered and more regulated than informal options. Ride-hail apps (Careem, Uber) operate widely in Doha.
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.
DOH–MNL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DOH to MNL
Hamad International Airport (DOH) and Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) are connected by nonstop service from Philippine Airlines. With 39 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DOH to MNL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DOH to MNL ranges from 8 hours 25 minutes to 9 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,525 miles (7,282 km). There are approximately 39 weekly flights outbound and 25 return, totaling 64 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
37 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 18 hours via DEL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Manama (BAH), Ad Dammam (DMM) and Abu Dhabi (AUH).