Philadelphia to Masbate (PHL–MBT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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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.
PHL–MBT has no scheduled airline service; it is flown by charter / private operators.
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Masbate from Philadelphia
| Metric | PHL→MBT | EWR→MBT | TEB→MBT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from PHL | – | 80 mi | 92 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | – | – | – |
| Flight time | 12h 22m | 13h 6m | 2h 20m |
| Departure OTP | 33% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
PHL: EDT · MBT: PST
When it's 6:00 PM in Philadelphia, it's 6:00 AM (next day) in Masbate.
US passport holders enter the Philippines visa-free for 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 Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Clark International Airport (CRK), or Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB), immigration stamps your passport.
The 30-day visa-free stay can be extended at any Bureau of Immigration office for up to 36 months total without leaving the country. Each extension costs PHP 3,030 to PHP 4,410 ($52 to $76) depending on the length. The first extension adds 29 days. The Philippines has 7,641 islands. Palawan (underground river in Puerto Princesa, El Nido, Coron), Boracay (White Beach), Cebu (whale sharks in Oslob, Kawasan Falls), and Siargao (surfing at Cloud 9) are the top destinations. Domestic flights connect 80+ airports: Manila to Cebu takes 1 hour 20 minutes, Manila to Puerto Princesa takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
Direct flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Manila run about 14 hours 30 minutes on Philippine Airlines. San Francisco to MNL runs about 14 hours on Philippine Airlines and United. Direct service also operates from New York JFK, Guam, and Honolulu. The Philippines uses the Philippine peso (PHP), trading at roughly 58 PHP per $1. GCash and Maya are the dominant digital wallets, usable at stores, restaurants, and for transport. Grab operates in Manila, Cebu, and other cities. Jeepneys (repurposed military jeeps) are the main urban transport at PHP 13 ($0.22) minimum fare. Tricycles (motorcycle taxis with sidecars) handle short hops for PHP 20 to PHP 50. A meal at a local carinderia (food stall) costs PHP 60 to PHP 120 ($1 to $2).
SEPTA Airport Line rail runs from Center City Philadelphia (30th Street, Suburban, Jefferson, and Market East stations) to the airport in 25–30 minutes ($8 each way). Trains run every 30 minutes from about 5am to midnight. I-76 (Schuylkill Expressway) and I-95 are both frequently congested, making the train a consistent choice for anyone based near a SEPTA station.
Ride-shares from Center City cost $20–35 and take 20–40 minutes. Taxis are metered and slightly more.
PHL–MBT Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PHL to MBT
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and Moises R. Espinosa Airport (MBT) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
PHL to MBT Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PHL to MBT is about 12 hours 22 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 8,630 miles (13,887 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
Nearby alternative airports include Newark (EWR) and Teterboro (TEB).