Manila (Pasay) to Zamboanga (MNL–ZAM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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529 mi airlines 57/wk
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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
5J847
5J Cebu Pacific
320
4:15 AM
PST T3
6:05 AM
PST
1h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices
PR2949
PR Philippine
320
5:05 AM
PST T2
6:55 AM
PST
1h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices
5J851
5J Cebu Pacific
32N
5:40 AM
PST T3
7:30 AM
PST
1h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices
5J859
5J Cebu Pacific
320
8:50 AM
PST T3
10:45 AM
PST
1h 55m
M T W T F S S
Prices
5J853
5J Cebu Pacific
320
10:55 AM
PST T3
12:45 PM
PST
1h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices
5J849
5J Cebu Pacific
320
11:45 AM
PST T3
1:35 PM
PST
1h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices
PR1997
PR Philippine
320
1:25 PM
PST T2
3:10 PM
PST
1h 45m
M T W T F S S
Prices
5J857
5J Cebu Pacific
32N
2:00 PM
PST T3
3:50 PM
PST
1h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices
PR2997
PR Philippine
320
3:25 PM
PST T2
5:15 PM
PST
1h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices
5J848
5J Cebu Pacific
320
6:35 AM
PST
8:20 AM
PST
1h 45m
M T W T F S S
Prices
PR2950
PR Philippine
320
7:35 AM
PST
9:15 AM
PST
1h 40m
M T W T F S S
Prices
5J852
5J Cebu Pacific
32N
8:20 AM
PST
10:10 AM
PST
1h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices
PR2994
PR Philippine
320
12:00 PM
PST
1:50 PM
PST
1h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices
5J860
5J Cebu Pacific
320
12:05 PM
PST
2:00 PM
PST
1h 55m
M T W T F S S
Prices
5J854
5J Cebu Pacific
32N
1:30 PM
PST
3:25 PM
PST
1h 55m
M T W T F S S
Prices
5J850
5J Cebu Pacific
320
3:30 PM
PST
5:20 PM
PST
1h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices
PR1998
PR Philippine
320
3:50 PM
PST
5:35 PM
PST
1h 45m
M T W T F S S
Prices
5J858
5J Cebu Pacific
32N
5:15 PM
PST
7:05 PM
PST
1h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices
PR2998
PR Philippine
320
5:55 PM
PST
7:45 PM
PST
1h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices
PR2954
PR Philippine
320
6:40 PM
PST
8:30 PM
PST
1h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Manila (Pasay) to Zamboanga
2 carriers, 57 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 57 Flights/wk 529 mi 1h 45m nonstop 3 1-stop hubs

MNL–ZAM is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 529 miles in approximately 1h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 3 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop MNL–ZAM service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
5J Cebu Pacific 39 320, 32N 1h50-1h55
PR Philippine Airlines 18 320 1h45-1h50
Aircraft on this route
320 Airbus A320 – 5J, PR
32N Airbus A320neo – 5J
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: 5J + PR (57 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, MNL to ZAM direction.
Mon
8
flights
Tue
8
flights
Wed
8
flights
Thu
8
flights
Fri
8
flights
Sat
8
flights
Sun
9
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
9
Nonstop flights
57
Outbound / wk
65
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MNL to ZAM.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
3
Hubs
~13h
Fastest
~14h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
43
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
Zamboanga is 0 hours the same as Manila (Pasay).
MNL: PST · ZAM: PST

When it's 6:00 PM in Manila (Pasay), it's 6:00 PM in Zamboanga.
Distance & Flight Time
529 mi / 851 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 45m to 1h 55m.
Getting to MNL

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.

MNL–ZAM Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Manila (Pasay) to Zamboanga route.
Route details
Distance529 mi / 851 km
Flight time1h 45m to 1h 55m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights57 out / 65 return
1-stop connections3 hubs
Origin: MNL
IATA / ICAOMNL / RPLL
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Passengers/yr50.3M
Elevation75 ft / 23 m
Destination: ZAM
IATA / ICAOZAM / RPMZ
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Elevation33 ft / 10 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MNL to ZAM flights.
Nonstop flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Zamboanga International Airport take approximately 1h 45m to 1h 55m. The route covers 529 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines.
There are approximately 57 nonstop flights per week from MNL to ZAM. The return direction has about 65 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CEB, DVO and ILO. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from ZAM to MNL 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 MNL to ZAM

Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) and Zamboanga International Airport (ZAM) are connected by nonstop service from Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines. With 57 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.

MNL to ZAM Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MNL to ZAM ranges from 1 hours 45 minutes to 1 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 529 miles (851 km). There are approximately 57 weekly flights outbound and 65 return, totaling 122 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

3 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 13 hours via CEB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.