Flights from Manila, Philippines to Denpasar Bali, Indonesia

The capital city and main hub of the Indonesian province of Bali, Denpasar is situated in the southern part of the island. Home to several historical, multi-cultural and religious gems, it has monuments from the Dutch Colonial period as well as temples, large green squares, shopping malls and authentic restaurants and cafes. For glorious sunrise views, visit laid-back Sanur Beach on the east coast. History buffs will enjoy the Pura Blangjong Temple, which features a stone pillar with a tenth-century inscription, and the Bali Museum, which houses a collection of fascinating cultural artifacts.

Flying to Denpasar

1. Which airports serve Manila to Denpasar?

There are three airports in the Greater Manila area with a scheduled passenger service, but the majority of passenger traffic goes through Metro Manila’s Ninoy Aquino International Airport, which is the Philippines’ busiest. Located along the border between Pasay City and Parañaque, it is about 7km south of Manila and southwest of Makati City's Central Business District. It has regular flights to Bali Ngurah Rai International Airport, also known as Denpasar International. This airport is 13km south of Denpasar and is the third-busiest in Indonesia.

2. Which airlines operate flights from Manilla to Denpasar?

Cebu Pacific, Philippines, Air Asia, Zest, and Scoot are among the operators that run regular flights from Manila to Denpasar. Most are direct, but some have one stop.

3. How long is the flight?

The flight from Manila to Denpasar is just under four hours, with Hong Kong being the most popular stopover point.

4. Climate changes between Manila and Denpasar

Travelers will never get cold in either Manila or Denpasar. In Manila, the daytime temperature is between 68°F and 91°F all year round. From December to March, the west monsoon can bring heavy showers and high humidity, while from June to September, the humidity is low, and it can be cool in the evenings. In Denpasar, the warmest month is January and the coolest is August, with January being the wettest month.

5. Culture differences and need-to-know

The currency used in Manila is the Philippine peso, while Denpasar uses Indonesia’s rupiah as its main form of currency. Nationals of 169 countries can visit Bali visa-free for 30 days, while Visa on Arrival applies for others. It is important to remember that there is no travel during Saka New Year, which is usually in March.

Denpasar Information

Lovers of big cities will warm to Manila, where you can eat, drink and shop 24 hours a day and enjoy the Filipino, Spanish, Chinese and American cultures of its 12 million residents. Denpasar, on the other hand, is as much a part of the “real Bali” as clifftop temples and rice paddies. Its enticing authentic restaurants and cafes mix with must-sees such as the Bajra Sandhi Monument, the centerpiece of a popular park, and the Pura Jagatnatha Hindu Temple, dedicated to the supreme god Sanghyan Widi. Famous for its night markets, Denpasar also has a lot of lively entertainment centers.