CPT - MNL

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Cheapest return flight
£626
Typical prices: £600-£782
Singapore Airlines
Wed 31/1Sun 11/2
CPT - MNL • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£459
Typical prices: £337-£453
Multiple Airlines
Sat 1/12
CPT - MNL • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Manila. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
23 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 22% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 17% price drop
February
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg £710 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 22h 09m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Manila (CPT-MNL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Manila

Sun, 31 Jan - Thu, 11 Feb
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10:40 - 15:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
23h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
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07:20 - 09:25MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 05m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
£626Singapore Airlines
Sun, 31 Jan - Thu, 11 Feb
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10:40 - 15:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
23h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
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07:20 - 09:25MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 05m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
£630Singapore Airlines
Sun, 31 Jan - Thu, 11 Feb
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10:40 - 15:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
23h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
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07:20 - 09:25MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 05m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
£633Singapore Airlines
Sun, 31 Jan - Thu, 11 Feb
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10:40 - 15:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
23h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
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07:20 - 09:25MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 05m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
£634Singapore Airlines
Fri, 19 Feb - Tue, 23 Feb
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10:40 - 18:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
25h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
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19:30 - 09:25MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 55m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
£772Singapore Airlines
Fri, 19 Feb - Tue, 23 Feb
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10:40 - 18:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
25h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
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19:30 - 09:25MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 55m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
£773Singapore Airlines
Fri, 19 Feb - Tue, 23 Feb
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10:40 - 18:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
25h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
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19:30 - 09:25MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 55m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
£773Singapore Airlines
Fri, 19 Feb - Tue, 23 Feb
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10:40 - 18:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
25h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
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19:30 - 09:25MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 55m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
£779Singapore Airlines
Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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12:35 - 21:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
27h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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09:35 - 10:30MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£820Qatar Airways
Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
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13:50 - 18:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
22h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Hong Kong Intl
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20:30 - 14:10MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 40m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Addis Ababa Bole
£823Ethiopian Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Manila flights

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How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Manila?

Return flights from Cape Town to Manila typically range from £600 to £782. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £626 on Singapore Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Manila?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Manila. It’s 13% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 16% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Manila?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Manila at £569 return.
•December (£865) and August (£780) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 52% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cape Town to Manila the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Manila are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 22% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Manila flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

£459
Beat the crowds with an average 36% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 42% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Cape Town to Manila

When to book flights from Cape Town to Manila

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Manila based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Manila flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Manila?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Cape Town to Manila.

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Manila?

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Manila takes 00m, covering 7,471 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Manila?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Manila flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Manila range from £600 to £782, with an average of £686 over the past 12 months. Anything below £600 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Manila flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 7% above the £686 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Manila changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £626 to £4,718. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Manila looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Manila are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £483, which is 23% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport (MNL)?

    Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport (MNL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £13 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Avis
    • Fox

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Manila?

    Flights from Cape Town to Manila usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Manila pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Manila most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 92% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 7% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 1% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Manila?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Cape Town to Manila. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £601 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £802, a difference of £200.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Manila?

    Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 22h 09m, compared to 23h 49m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 38h 28m via Istanbul (IST).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Manila?

    Manila is 6 hours ahead of Cape Town (Philippine Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Manila?

    Some of the most popular sights in Manila are Quirino Grandstand, Manila Ocean Park, and Rizal Park. These are among the most viewed places in Manila on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Manila flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £601, about £200 less than Saturday fares (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 22% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Manila trip for May. Fares historically average £569 return in that month – typically £297 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport.

    • Savoy Hotel Manila Near Airport Naia Terminal 3 Mnl
    • Kingsford Hotel Manila Bay
    • Grand Westside Manila Bay

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