Flights from Tokyo to Manila, Philippines

The city of Manila is the administrative capital of the Philippines. It provides a variety of entertainments for its visitors, and those who love sunbathing while watching the gentle ocean waves, with the waving palm trees and a cool breeze, can enjoy their favorite pastime by visiting the white, sandy beaches of this great city. Apart from its beaches, this stunning metropolis has other attractions on offer, including remnants of Spanish colonial architecture as well as San Agustin Church, one of the oldest churches in the world, that was built in the 16th century.

Flying to Manila

1. Which airports serve Tokyo to Manila?

From Tokyo, travelers on their way to Manila can catch their flight at Haneda International Airport or Tokyo Narita International Airport.
Flights from Tokyo to Manila end at Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport, one of the biggest airports in the Philippines.

2. Which airlines operate flights from Tokyo to Manila?

There are several airlines that operate the Manila - Tokyo route. The major airlines that fly on a daily basis and directly are Cebu Pacific, Jetstar Japan, JAL, Ali Nippon and Philippine. Major airlines operating on a daily basis but not directly include Jeju Air, EVA Air, Air China, China Airlines, Cathay, China Southern, Etihad, Hong Kong, Dragonair, Korean, KLM, Malaysia, China Eastern, Asiana, Qatar, Singapore, Thai, Scoot and Vietnam.

3. How long is the flight?

A direct flight from Tokyo to Manila takes four hours and 25 minutes on average. Connecting flights' duration may be anything from six hours to 12 hours. Manila is one hour behind Tokyo.

4. Climate changes between Manila and Tokyo

Manila experiences wet and humid conditions throughout the year. Every month, heavy rains fall and it's generally convectional rainfall, occurring mostly in the afternoon. This is fairly similar to Tokyo, which also experiences hot humid conditions almost all year round, though it does have a mild winter season.

5. Culture differences and need-to-know

The currency used in Manila is the Philippine peso. Conversions can be made at the airport or in banks. Visa and Mastercard credit/debit cards are accepted at various merchants across the city.
A person entering Manila from the US or a Schengen country, plus Australia, Canada or Japan can enter Manila without a visa if holding a valid return ticket and travelling for the purpose of tourism. Travelers from other countries require a visa.

Manila information

Manila is regarded as the most densely populated city in the world. Learning how to maneuver through the city can be achieved with a tour guide, so as avoid missing any of the hot spots. Manila’s huge population figures can also be juxtaposed with Tokyo’s massive populace. Travelers from Manila to Tokyo do have to bear in mind that they are going to face the same outdoor atmosphere in Manila as in Tokyo. Manila is a city of under two million inhabitants, while Tokyo has just over nine million, and in terms of space, the latter is larger than the former. Some top attractions in Manila include Rizal Park, Fort Santiago, Manila Ocean Park and San Agustin Church. Visitors can also travel from the city to Subic in order to escape the bustle and enjoy sandy beaches in a jungle setting. Both cities offer an excellent nightlife, which includes dining on local cuisine.