Singapore to Manila (Pasay) (SIN–MNL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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SIN–MNL is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. Singapore Airlines, Philippine Airlines and Cebu Pacific lead the route. The flight covers 1,476 miles in approximately 3h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SQ Singapore Airlines Also: LX, NZ | 70 | 321, 359, 773, 787, 789, 7M8 | 3h45-4h | – | – | LX, NZ |
| PR Philippine Airlines | 63 | 321, 359, 787, 7M8 | 3h44-4h | – | – | – |
| 5J Cebu Pacific | 21 | 32Q, 339 | 3h55-4h22 | – | – | – |
| TR Scoot Also: AC | 14 | 32Q | 4h | – | – | AC |
| AK AirAsia | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Manila (Pasay) from Singapore
| Metric | SIN→MNL | KUL→MNL |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from SIN | – | 185 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 210 | 120 |
| Flight time | 3h 55m | 3h 50m |
Travel Essentials
SIN: +08 · MNL: PST
When it's 6:00 PM in Singapore, it's 6:00 PM in Manila (Pasay).
Singaporean passport holders enter the Philippines visa-free for stays 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 immigration. Extensions up to 36 months total can be obtained through the Bureau of Immigration in the Philippines.
MRT East West Line (Changi Airport branch) connects the airport to the city in 30–45 minutes from City Hall or Raffles Place (S$2.20–2.50 with EZ-Link). Trains run from 5:31am to 11:18pm (T1/T2/T3). Terminal 4 is served by a dedicated shuttle bus from T2.Taxis from Orchard Road cost S$20–35 and take 20–30 minutes. Grab is widely used and slightly cheaper. Airport surcharges apply for taxis departing from the city to the airport (S$3–5 depending on peak hours). The trip is short; Singapore's island geography keeps distances manageable.
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.
SIN–MNL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SIN to MNL
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) and Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) are connected by nonstop service from Singapore Airlines, Philippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific, Scoot and AirAsia. With 210 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
SIN to MNL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SIN to MNL is about 3 hours 55 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,476 miles (2,375 km). There are approximately 210 weekly flights outbound and 217 return, totaling 427 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Kuala Lumpur, Tan Son Nhat and Mactan Cebu. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Sepang (KUL).