Manila (Pasay) to Seattle (MNL–SEA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MNL–SEA is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Philippine Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 6,652 miles in approximately 12h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 21 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PR Philippine Airlines | 5 | 77W | 12h30 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
MNL: PST · SEA: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Manila (Pasay), it's 3:00 AM in Seattle.
No rail service currently connects the airport to Manila; the upcoming Metro Rail Transit extension is under construction. A metered taxi or ride-share is the most reliable option; Grab from Makati or BGC costs ₱200–400 but traffic can extend travel time to 60–90 minutes during peak hours.Airport-accredited yellow taxis are available at the metered taxi queue outside each terminal; flag fall ₱70. The NAIA Expressway toll road (₱110–165) significantly cuts travel time from the south. Budget 2–3 hours from the northern suburbs during rush hour.
Link Light Rail from the airport station (inside the terminal) to downtown Seattle takes 38 minutes ($3.50). No transfers needed; trains run 5am to 1am daily.Taxis and ride-shares to downtown cost $35–55. For Bellevue and Eastside destinations (across Lake Washington), ride-share is faster than Link. Car rentals are in the consolidated rental facility; take the free shuttle from baggage claim. Sound Transit buses serve Tacoma, Renton, and Federal Way.
Marine west coast climate. Winters are mild but persistently grey and rainy (3–9°C). Snow is rare at sea level but can occur December through February, causing significant disruptions when it does. The airport sits between Seattle and Tacoma in an area that receives more fog and low cloud than downtown Seattle.
Summers are famously pleasant (18–25°C) with low humidity and mostly clear skies, one of the best flying climates in the US from June through September. The wettest months are November through January.
MNL–SEA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MNL to SEA
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) and Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA) are connected by nonstop service from Philippine Airlines. With 5 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
MNL to SEA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MNL to SEA ranges from 12 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 6,652 miles (10,705 km). There are approximately 5 weekly flights outbound and 5 return, totaling 10 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
21 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 14 hours via BFI. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.