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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,528. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York to Manila Ninoy Aquino

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York to Manila Ninoy Aquino flights are currently cheapest in October.

Direct flights from New York to Manila Ninoy Aquino

New York to Manila Ninoy Aquino: Alternative routes

Compare routes from New York to Manila below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Manila Ninoy Aquino.

New York to Manila: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,219
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time16 hrs, 14 mins
Most popular airlinePhilippine Airlines
Average flights per week3

Finding cheap flights from New York to Manila Ninoy Aquino: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New York to Manila Ninoy Aquino is $1,219. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
16 hours and 14 minutes is the average flight time from New York to Manila Ninoy Aquino.
Philippine Airlines flies direct from New York to Manila Ninoy Aquino.
As of June 2026, there are 3 flights per week flying from New York to Manila Ninoy Aquino.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to Manila Ninoy Aquino is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport on Tuesday, 11 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 16 hours and 14 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Manila Ninoy Aquino but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Manila is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from New York to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): What you need to know

  • New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is New York's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from New York to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) jetting off from here.

  • Around 16 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct New York to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight.

  • Manila is 13 hours ahead of New York. Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport is located in Manila, which is in the UTC+8 timezone.

  • New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) is the most popular route, with 3 direct services each week. Get from JFK to MNL on Philippine Airlines's 1:45am departure.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from New York to MNL.

  • Peak months like July or holiday times such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean longer waits at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart idea.

Airports in New York

New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • Reach your destination without the detour from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Direct flights from New York to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) are available from here.

  • Philippine Airlines is a leading airline that offers direct flights from New York to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport jetting out of JFK.

  • Most passengers choose to fly with Philippine Airlines between JFK and MNL.

  • Philippine Airlines ranks as the leading on-time carrier on this route, with 84.0% of its services arriving as scheduled.

  • Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from New York to MNL. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these airports:

    • Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)

    • Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

    • Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)

  • JFK is around 24 kilometres from central New York. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from New York to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by picking one of these stays near New York John F. Kennedy International Airport:

  • 73% of flights that depart New York John F. Kennedy International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • The address for JFK is JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Add another location to your travels or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from New York to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport, here's where you can stop when leaving from Newark Liberty International Airport:

    • Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)

    • Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

    • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

  • You can arrive at EWR from central New York in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour to travel the 24 kilometres or so.

  • Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your New York to MNL flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport:

  • When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 71%.

  • EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.

New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • You can reserve a plane ticket from New York to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) leaving from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) with a stopover. Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is a popular transfer point.

  • LGA is roughly 13 kilometres from central New York. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 30 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, you can expect a journey of around 55 minutes.

  • Make catching an early New York to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels near New York LaGuardia Airport and head to your check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:

  • Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights reach their destinations as expected. At LGA, that figure is 69%.

  • You'll find New York LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.

About Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)

Getting from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila

  • Central Manila is around 11 kilometres from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 10 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)

  • Right now, $616 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,219. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To score cheap flights from New York to MNL, book your plane ticket 11 months ahead of your planned departure.

  • April is when you're most likely to land a fantastic deal on a New York to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport ticket. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from New York to MNL is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Bag the best deal on a flight from New York to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

The best time to fly from New York to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)

  • It's time to decide when to book your flight from New York to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL). January is the busiest month to travel to Manila. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in December.

  • Lock in a New York to MNL plane ticket departing in May if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Manila to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from New York to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport in January when temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

More about Manila

  • Start your Manila trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from New York to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:

  • Martyrdom of Dr. Jose P. Rizal and Manila Cathedral are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Manila itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Rizal Park.

Explore more of the Philippines

  • Manila is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the Philippines waiting to be explored. About 209 kilometres north of Manila, a visit to Baguio will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Botanical Garden, Camp John Hay and Sky Ranch Baguio.

  • Around 257 kilometres east of Manila, Naga is another favourite stop in the Philippines. No visit is complete without checking out Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto Farm, Basilica of Our Lady of Penafrancia and Museo ni Jesse Robredo.

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