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Cheap flights from Manila to San Francisco

Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO). 6,977 miles, 13h 15m nonstop.

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MNL to SFO at a glance

Computed from airline schedules and the fares we track for this route. Refreshed several times a day.

Distance
6,977 milesgreat-circle
Typical flight time
13h 15mnonstop, gate to gate
Nonstop airlines
UAASPR3 airlinesUnited, Alaska, Philippine
Nonstop flights per day
3all airlines combined
Cheapest month
January 2027over the next six months
Best day to fly
Tuesday18% less than Sunday
Time difference
15h behindSan Francisco vs Manila

Manila to San Francisco

Round trips from $470

Per traveler, taxes and fees included. Lowest fare we found departs Wed, Jan 6.

Cheapest month: January 2027

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Manila to San Francisco fares by month

Lowest round-trip economy fare per traveler in each of the next six months, taxes and fees included. Select a month to search that date.

  1. September 2026from Tue, Sep 29$612
  2. October 2026from Wed, Oct 7$536
  3. November 2026from Wed, Nov 18$535
  4. December 2026from Tue, Dec 15$532
  5. January 2027from Wed, Jan 6$470
  6. February 2027from Tue, Feb 2$476

Airlines flying Manila to San Francisco

3 airlines fly nonstop with 3 departures a day combined, plus 16 more with one stop.

Connecting options

Hubs where one airline can carry you on both legs, most choices first.

Which airport should I use?

ManilaSan Francisco has 3 airports. Fares can differ by $50 to $150 round trip between them, so check the alternatives before you book.

Other arrival airports near San Francisco

Tips for this route

  • United, Alaska and Philippine all fly MNL to SFO nonstop, so compare the total with bags before picking the lowest base fare: the difference between a basic and a standard economy ticket is often less than one checked bag each way.
  • January 2027 is the cheapest month to fly over the next six months, with round trips from $470; September 2026 is the most expensive at $612 and up, a difference of $142 per traveler.
  • Departing on a Tuesday averages 18% less than a Sunday on this route. If your dates are flexible, shift the outbound by a day or two and check the calendar view before you book.
  • Book 2 to 5 months ahead for the best fares; long-haul seats sell out earliest for summer and holiday travel.
  • San Francisco is 15 hours behind Manila. A morning departure lands in San Francisco with most of the day left; an evening flight arrives close to local dinner time.

Destination guide

San Francisco: Fog, hills and the Golden Gate

San Francisco packs cable cars, the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz and world-class food into 49 square miles. SFO is the main gateway; Oakland and San Jose are handy alternatives with lower fares on many routes.

Best time to visit: September and October are the warmest, clearest months. Spring (April–May) is green and mild. Summer fog ('Karl') keeps the coast cool; winter is rainy but inexpensive.

Flying the other way? San Francisco to ManilaFares, airlines and tips for SFO to MNL.

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Manila to San Francisco: common questions

How long is the flight from Manila to San Francisco?

A nonstop flight from Manila (MNL) to San Francisco (SFO) takes about 13h 15m gate to gate, covering 6,977 miles. Connecting itineraries add the layover, typically 2 to 5 hours more in total.

Which airlines fly nonstop from MNL to SFO?

United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Philippine Airlines operate nonstop flights from Manila (MNL) to San Francisco (SFO), with 3 nonstop departures a day between them. One-stop options connect through JFK, MTY and HND.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Manila to San Francisco?

Over the next six months, January 2027 has the lowest round-trip fares from Manila (MNL) to San Francisco (SFO), starting at $470 per traveler including taxes and fees. Within any month, Tuesday departures average the lowest prices.

How far in advance should I book Manila to San Francisco flights?

Book 2 to 5 months ahead for the best fares; long-haul seats sell out earliest for summer and holiday travel. Air1 Tickets includes free cancellation within 24 hours of booking on every fare, so you can lock in a good price and keep looking.

What is the time difference between Manila and San Francisco?

San Francisco is 15 hours behind Manila. MNL is on Asia/Manila time and SFO on America/Los Angeles time. Departure and arrival times in search results are always shown in local time at each airport.

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