Dubai(Jebel Ali) to Manila (Pasay) (DWC–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: Mar 2026.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
HKG Hong Kong 10h 13m EKTK 5JACAY Hong Kong (HKG) to Manila (Pasay) flights
TPE Taoyuan 11h 41m CI 5JBRCI Taoyuan (TPE) to Manila (Pasay) flights
PEK Beijing 13h 43m EK CAPR Beijing (PEK) to Manila (Pasay) flights
SIN Singapore 13h 50m EK 5JACLX Singapore (SIN) to Manila (Pasay) flights
SZX Shenzhen 15h 15m TK 3UZH Shenzhen (SZX) to Manila (Pasay) flights
CAN Guangzhou (Huadu) 17h 6m CZEK 5JCZ Guangzhou (Huadu) (CAN) to Manila (Pasay) flights
NRT Narita 28h 30m EK 5JGKJL Narita (NRT) to Manila (Pasay) flights
SYD Sydney (Mascot) 39h 20m EK 5JPRQF Sydney (Mascot) (SYD) to Manila (Pasay) flights
DEL New Delhi ~11h 47m AI New Delhi (DEL) to Manila (Pasay) flights
DXB Dubai ~11h 57m 5JEK Dubai (DXB) to Manila (Pasay) flights
1-STOP More options, longer trips
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Dubai(Jebel Ali) to Manila (Pasay)
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Airlines 4,306 mi 8h 4m nonstop +4h ahead

DWC–MNL had nonstop service from Emirates, last on the schedule in March 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 4,306 miles in 8h 4m.

Airline Landscape

Carriers that operated nonstop DWC–MNL service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
EK Emirates 0
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: EK (0 flights/wk, 0%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for DWC to MNL.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
13
Hubs
~10h
Fastest
~39h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
328
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Other ways to reach Manila (Pasay) from Dubai(Jebel Ali)

Nearby airports with service to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
Metric DWC→MNL DXB→MNL AUH→MNL
Distance from DWC 28 mi 45 mi
Nonstop airlines 3 1
Weekly flights 32 14
Flight time 8h 4m 8h 55m 9h
Airports within 200 miles of DWC with service to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+4h
Manila (Pasay) is 4 hours ahead of Dubai(Jebel Ali).
DWC: +04 · MNL: PST

When it's 6:00 PM in Dubai(Jebel Ali), it's 10:00 PM in Manila (Pasay).
Distance & Flight Time
4,306 mi / 6,929 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 8h 4m gate to gate.
Visa & Entry

UAE passport holders enter the Philippines visa-free for up to 30 days. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. A return or onward ticket is required. The eTravel card must be completed online before arrival. Extensions up to 36 months total are possible through the Bureau of Immigration.

Getting from MNL

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.

Manila (Pasay) Climate

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.

DWC–MNL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Dubai(Jebel Ali) to Manila (Pasay) route.
Route details
Distance4,306 mi / 6,929 km
Flight time8h 4m
Time difference+4 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: DWC
IATA / ICAODWC / OMDW
TimezoneAsia/Dubai
Elevation114 ft / 35 m
Destination: MNL
IATA / ICAOMNL / RPLL
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Passengers/yr50.3M
Elevation75 ft / 23 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DWC to MNL flights.
Nonstop flights from Al Maktoum International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport take about 8h 4m gate to gate. The route covers 4,306 miles.
1 airline operated the nonstop from DWC to MNL: Emirates. The last scheduled nonstop was in March 2026. There's no nonstop right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. See the connection options above, ranked by layover.
Not right now. The last scheduled nonstop was in March 2026. You can still fly it with one stop, and the connecting options above are sorted by layover. Nonstop, the hop took about 8h 4m.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Hong Kong, Taiwan Taoyuan and Beijing Capital.
Manila (Pasay) is 4 hours ahead of Dubai(Jebel Ali).
Nearby alternatives include DXB and AUH. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from DWC to MNL

Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) and Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) had nonstop service from Emirates, last on the schedule in March 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.

DWC to MNL Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DWC to MNL is about 8 hours 4 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,306 miles (6,929 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Hong Kong, Taiwan Taoyuan and Beijing Capital. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dubai (DXB) and Abu Dhabi (AUH).