Taoyuan to Manila (Pasay) (TPE–MNL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
TPE–MNL is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. EVA Air, Zest Air and Cebu Pacific lead the route. The flight covers 730 miles in approximately 2h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 46 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BR EVA Air | 21 | 333, 77W, 789 | 2h20 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| Z2 Zest Air | 21 | 320 | 2h10-2h25 | – | – | – |
| 5J Cebu Pacific | 14 | 339 | 2h30-2h45 | – | – | – |
| JX STARLUX | 7 | 32Q | 2h20 | – | – | – |
| KL KLM Also: CI, SK | 4 | 789 | 2h30 | – | SkyTeam | CI, SK |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
TPE: CST · MNL: PST
When it's 6:00 PM in Taoyuan, it's 6:00 PM in Manila (Pasay).
Taiwanese 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 check-in and immigration. Extensions of up to 29 days can be obtained at a Bureau of Immigration office inside the Philippines.
The Airport MRT (Taoyuan Airport Line) connects Taipei Main Station to the airport in 35 minutes for TWD $160 (express) or 50 minutes for TWD $150 (commuter). Trains run from 06:00 to 23:00. Bus services (Kuo-Kuang and others) also connect central Taipei to Taoyuan for around TWD $125, but are slower.Taxis from Taipei city centre cost TWD $1,200–1,600 depending on traffic; the national freeway (No. 2) is the standard driving route. Self-drive parking is available in multi-storey structures at both terminals.
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.
TPE–MNL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TPE to MNL
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) are connected by nonstop service from Cebu Pacific, EVA Air, STARLUX, KLM and Zest Air. With 128 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
TPE to MNL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TPE to MNL ranges from 2 hours 10 minutes to 2 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 730 miles (1,175 km). There are approximately 128 weekly flights outbound and 130 return, totaling 258 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
46 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via BWN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.