Manila (Pasay) to Taoyuan (MNL–TPE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
No flights match your filters.
No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
MNL–TPE is served by 7 airlines with nonstop service. Philippine Airlines, China Airlines and EVA Air lead the route. The flight covers 730 miles in approximately 2h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PR Philippine Airlines | 30 | 321, 32Q, 333 | 1h48-2h15 | – | – | – |
| CI China Airlines | 25 | 321, 32Q, 333, 738 | 2h-2h25 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| BR EVA Air | 21 | 321, 333, 77W | 2h15-2h35 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| 5J Cebu Pacific | 14 | 339 | 2h25 | – | – | – |
| Z2 Zest Air | 14 | 320 | 2h15-2h20 | – | – | – |
| JX STARLUX | 7 | 32Q | 2h15 | – | – | – |
| KL KLM | 5 | 789 | 2h30 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Taoyuan from Manila (Pasay)
| Metric | MNL→TPE | CRK→TPE | MPH→TPE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MNL | – | 56 mi | 189 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 7 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 116 | 14 | 3 |
| Flight time | 2h 15m | 2h 1m | 2h 35m |
Travel Essentials
MNL: PST · TPE: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Manila (Pasay), it's 6:00 PM in Taoyuan.
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.
The Airport MRT express to Taipei Main Station departs every 15 minutes and takes 35 minutes (TWD $160). Taoyuan HSR station is also served, connecting onward to other Taiwanese cities. Licensed taxis queue at designated stands outside arrivals; metered fares to Taipei city centre run TWD $1,200–1,600. Uber operates with advance booking.
All major international rental car brands have desks in both terminals. Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are connected by a free shuttle bus; allow 15 minutes for inter-terminal transfers.
Subtropical climate. Summers (May–September) are hot and very humid at 30–35°C. This is also typhoon season, with storms capable of closing the airport entirely. Winters (December–February) are mild and rainy at 14–18°C. Spring and autumn offer the most comfortable conditions.
Typhoon risk peaks July through September. Storms can arrive within 24–48 hours and operations halt rapidly. Fog and low ceilings are common in winter and spring mornings.
MNL–TPE Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MNL to TPE
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) and Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) are connected by nonstop service from Philippine Airlines, China Airlines, EVA Air, Cebu Pacific, Zest Air, STARLUX and KLM. With 116 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MNL to TPE Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MNL to TPE is about 2 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 730 miles (1,175 km). There are approximately 116 weekly flights outbound and 134 return, totaling 250 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Macau, Hong Kong and Mactan Cebu. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Mabalacat (CRK) and Caticlan (MPH).