Kaohsiung (Xiaogang) to Manila (Pasay) (KHH–MNL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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AE5321
AE Mandarin
738
7:30 AM
CST TINTL
9:20 AM
PST
1h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices
CI711
CI China
738
7:30 AM
CST TINTL
9:20 AM
PST
1h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices
Z2133
Z2 Zest Air
320
7:33 PM
CST TI
9:11 PM
PST
1h 38m
M T W T F S S
Prices
5J345
5J Cebu Pacific
32Q
8:00 PM
CST
10:00 PM
PST
2h
M T W T F S S
Prices
CI712
CI China
738
10:20 AM
PST T1
12:10 PM
CST
1h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AE5322
AE Mandarin
738
10:20 AM
PST T1
12:10 PM
CST
1h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices
Z2132
Z2 Zest Air
320
3:40 PM
PST TT3
5:35 PM
CST
1h 55m
M T W T F S S
Prices
5J344
5J Cebu Pacific
32Q
5:00 PM
PST T3
7:00 PM
CST
2h
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Kaohsiung (Xiaogang) to Manila (Pasay)
4 carriers, 20 flights/week nonstop.
4 Airlines 20 Flights/wk 559 mi 1h 38m nonstop 20 1-stop hubs

KHH–MNL is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Zest Air, Cebu Pacific and Mandarin Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 559 miles in approximately 1h 38m. Beyond nonstop, 20 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop KHH–MNL service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
Z2 Zest Air 7 320 1h38
5J Cebu Pacific 5 32Q 2h
AE Mandarin Airlines 4 738 1h50
CI China Airlines 4 738 1h50 SkyTeam
Aircraft on this route
320 Airbus A320 – Z2
32Q Airbus A321neo – 5J
738 Boeing 737-800 – AE, CI
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: 5J + AE + Z2 (16 flights/wk, 80%)
SkyTeam: CI (4 flights/wk, 20%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, KHH to MNL direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
3
flights
Wed
4
flights
Thu
1
flight
Fri
4
flights
Sat
2
flights
Sun
4
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
4
Nonstop flights
20
Outbound / wk
20
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for KHH to MNL.
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One-Stop Connections
20
Hubs
~9h
Fastest
~31h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
654
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.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Manila (Pasay) is 0 hours the same as Kaohsiung (Xiaogang).
KHH: CST · MNL: PST

When it's 6:00 PM in Kaohsiung (Xiaogang), it's 6:00 PM in Manila (Pasay).
Distance & Flight Time
559 mi / 900 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 38m to 2h 0m.
Visa & Entry

Taiwanese 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 check-in and immigration. Extensions of up to 29 days can be obtained at a Bureau of Immigration office inside the Philippines.

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.

KHH–MNL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Kaohsiung (Xiaogang) to Manila (Pasay) route.
Route details
Distance559 mi / 900 km
Flight time1h 38m to 2h
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)4
Weekly flights20 out / 20 return
1-stop connections20 hubs
Origin: KHH
IATA / ICAOKHH / RCKH
TimezoneAsia/Taipei
Passengers/yr5.8M
Elevation31 ft / 9 m
Destination: MNL
IATA / ICAOMNL / RPLL
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Passengers/yr50.3M
Elevation75 ft / 23 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about KHH to MNL flights.
Nonstop flights from Kaohsiung International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport take approximately 1h 38m to 2h. The route covers 559 miles.
4 airlines operate nonstop service: Cebu Pacific, Mandarin Airlines, China Airlines and Zest Air.
There are approximately 20 nonstop flights per week from KHH to MNL. The return direction has about 20 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through GUM, MFM, TPE, FUK, HKG, SGN, PVG, NRT, XMN, ICN, HAN, KIX, DAD, DMK, BKK, SIN, KUL, PUS, NGO and CTS. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from MNL to KHH are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from KHH to MNL

Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH) and Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) are connected by nonstop service from Cebu Pacific, Mandarin Airlines, China Airlines and Zest Air. With 20 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

KHH to MNL Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from KHH to MNL ranges from 1 hours 38 minutes to 2 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 559 miles (900 km). There are approximately 20 weekly flights outbound and 20 return, totaling 40 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

20 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via GUM. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.