Melbourne to Manila (Pasay) (MEL–MNL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MEL–MNL is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Philippine Airlines and Cebu Pacific lead the route. The flight covers 3,923 miles in approximately 8h 2m. Beyond nonstop, 27 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PR Philippine Airlines | 7 | 333 | 8h15 | – | – | – |
| 5J Cebu Pacific | 5 | 339 | 8h02 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
MEL: AEDT · MNL: PST
When it's 6:00 PM in Melbourne, it's 3:00 PM in Manila (Pasay).
No train connection exists; the Melbourne Airport Rail Link was under development as of 2026 but not yet open. The SkyBus operates 24/7 between Southern Cross Station (Spencer St) and MEL in 30–40 minutes (AUD $22–24 one-way). Stops at select CBD hotels on some services.Ride-shares (Uber) from the CBD cost AUD $35–55 and take 25–40 minutes. Taxis run AUD $55–75 (higher at nights and weekends). Parking from AUD $20/day in economy lots. The Tullamarine Freeway is the only practical road route; check traffic before departing.
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.
MEL–MNL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MEL to MNL
Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) are connected by nonstop service from Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines. With 12 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
MEL to MNL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MEL to MNL ranges from 8 hours 2 minutes to 8 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,923 miles (6,313 km). There are approximately 12 weekly flights outbound and 12 return, totaling 24 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
27 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 14 hours via BWN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.