Sydney (Mascot) to Manila (Pasay) (SYD–MNL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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SYD–MNL is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines and Qantas lead the route. The flight covers 3,892 miles in approximately 8h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 30 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5J Cebu Pacific | 7 | 339 | 8h40 | – | – | – |
| PR Philippine Airlines | 7 | 333 | 8h25 | – | – | – |
| QF Qantas | 7 | 330 | 8h25 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
SYD: AEDT · MNL: PST
When it's 6:00 PM in Sydney (Mascot), it's 3:00 PM in Manila (Pasay).
The Airport Link train (T8 line) runs from Central Station to the International Terminal in 13 minutes and to Domestic terminals in 10 minutes. Trains run roughly every 10 minutes from about 05:00 to midnight. The fare is AUD $20.10 from the CBD (Opal card); this includes a station access fee levied separately from standard fares.Taxis from the CBD cost AUD $45–65 depending on traffic and time of day; Uber is available from designated pick-up zones. The Eastern Distributor and Southern Cross Drive are the main road routes; the airport is about 10 km south of the CBD. Short-term parking at T1 international starts at AUD $8 for 30 minutes.
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.
SYD–MNL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SYD to MNL
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) and Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) are connected by nonstop service from Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines and Qantas. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
SYD to MNL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SYD to MNL ranges from 8 hours 25 minutes to 8 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,892 miles (6,263 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 42 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
30 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 15 hours via NRT. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.