General Santos to Manila (Pasay) (GES–MNL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
GES–MNL is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 646 miles in approximately 1h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 2 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5J Cebu Pacific | 28 | 321, 32N, 339 | 2h05-2h20 | – | – | – |
| PR Philippine Airlines Also: MH, SQ | 24 | 320, 321, 333 | 1h55-2h | – | – | MH, SQ |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Manila (Pasay) from General Santos
| Metric | GES→MNL | DVO→MNL | CBO→MNL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from GES | – | 83 mi | 98 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 9 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 66 | 354 | 14 |
| Flight time | 1h 55m | 1h 39m | 1h 35m |
Travel Essentials
GES: PST · MNL: PST
When it's 6:00 PM in General Santos, it's 6:00 PM in Manila (Pasay).
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.
GES–MNL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from GES to MNL
General Santos International Airport (GES) and Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) are connected by nonstop service from Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines. With 66 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
GES to MNL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from GES to MNL ranges from 1 hours 55 minutes to 2 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 646 miles (1,040 km). There are approximately 66 weekly flights outbound and 66 return, totaling 132 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
2 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 13 hours via ILO. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Davao (DVO), Datu Odin Sinsuat (CBO) and Pagadian (PAG).