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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Manila (SFO-MNL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from San Francisco to Manila that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from San Francisco to Manila

Tue, 20 Jan - Mon, 16 Feb
Singapore Airlines Logo
09:40 - 11:25SFO-MNL
33h 45m1 stop
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19:00 - 07:50MNL-SFO
28h 50m1 stop
£542Singapore Airlines
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Mon, 23 Feb - Mon, 16 Mar
China Airlines Logo
23:40 - 15:55SFO-MNL
24h 15m1 stop
China Airlines Logo
03:35 - 19:45MNL-SFO
31h 10m1 stop
£545China Airlines
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Wed, 21 Jan - Wed, 18 Feb
Vietnam Airlines Logo
21:10 - 03:00SFO-MNL
37h 50m1 stop
Vietnam Airlines Logo
04:00 - 17:00MNL-SFO
29h 00m1 stop
£551Vietnam Airlines
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Wed, 4 Feb - Wed, 18 Mar
China Airlines Logo
23:40 - 15:55SFO-MNL
24h 15m1 stop
China Airlines Logo
16:55 - 19:45MNL-SFO
17h 50m1 stop
£551China Airlines
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Wed, 8 Apr - Thu, 7 May
China Airlines Logo
01:05 - 09:35SFO-MNL
17h 30m1 stop
China Airlines Logo
16:50 - 19:55MNL-SFO
18h 05m1 stop
£557China Airlines
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Mon, 10 Nov - Mon, 17 Nov
SAUDIA Logo
22:59 - 09:50SFO-MNL
42h 51m2 stops
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11:35 - 18:29MNL-SFO
46h 54m2 stops
£572SAUDIA
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Wed, 21 Jan - Fri, 13 Feb
Vietnam Airlines Logo
21:10 - 03:00SFO-MNL
37h 50m1 stop
Vietnam Airlines Logo
04:00 - 17:00MNL-SFO
29h 00m1 stop
£581Vietnam Airlines
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Mon, 3 Nov - Mon, 23 Feb
SAUDIA Logo
22:50 - 09:50SFO-MNL
43h 00m2 stops
SAUDIA Logo
21:40 - 18:43MNL-SFO
61h 03m2 stops
£587SAUDIA
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Mon, 9 Feb - Wed, 4 Mar
EVA Air Logo
23:50 - 11:45SFO-MNL
19h 55m1 stop
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03:40 - 14:50MNL-SFO
27h 10m1 stop
£593EVA Air
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Wed, 4 Feb - Wed, 18 Mar
Philippine Airlines Logo
22:30 - 05:35SFO-MNL
15h 05mdirect
Philippine Airlines Logo
23:10 - 20:30MNL-SFO
12h 20mdirect
£616Philippine Airlines
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Our travellers' advice
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Singapore Airlines
Cheapest • from £542 (return)
EVA Air
Best reviews • 8.4 score
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When to book
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September
Cheapest • 18% price drop
December
Most popular
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Cheapest return fare
£542
Overall average: £666
Singapore Airlines
Tue 20/1Mon 16/2
SFO - MNL • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£598
Typical prices: £607-£818
United Airlines
Mon 3/11Thu 27/11
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Manila flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Manila to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Manila?

The average price of all round-trip flights from San Francisco to Manila clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from San Francisco to Manila, you should consider leaving on a Wednesday and avoid Fridays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to San Francisco, you’ll find the best rates on Thursdays and the most expensive ones on Saturdays.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Manila, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Manila is September, where tickets cost £590 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £1,110 and £979 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from San Francisco to Manila?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at £645 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Manila?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Manila, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Manila, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 10% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 12 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from San Francisco to Manila

 
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Good to know - Cheap tickets from San Francisco to Manila

Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flight£279
Best time to beat the crowds (18% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (54% more expensive on average)
Flight from San Francisco to Manila

When to book flights from San Francisco to Manila

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Manila based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Manila

  • What is there to do while waiting at San Francisco International Airport?

    If you are interested in history, stop by the Aviation Museum that can be found in the International Terminal of San Francisco International Airport. To learn more about the airport and all of its amenities, take one of the three self-guided tours that go throughout each terminal. Movies, tablets, and games can also be rented from one of the InMotion Entertainment desks that are placed in the International Terminal and Terminal 3.

  • Does San Francisco International Airport have a spa in the Departures terminal?

    San Francisco International Airport currently has several XpresSpa locations in the International Terminal as well as in Terminals 2 and 3. These spas offer many different services, including massages, facials, manicures, pedicures, and waxing.

  • Where can I rent a car at Ninoy Aquino International Airport?

    To rent a car, head to the ground transportation center in Ninoy Aquino International Airport. In this area, you can find the desks for several major rental companies, including Avis and Hertz. Take note of the fact that, to rent a car in the Philippines, you will either have to have an international driver’s license or an English-language license.

  • Can I store my luggage at Ninoy Aquino International Airport?

    You can leave a suitcase or personal item at the Luggage and More desk, which is near the baggage claim of Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Prices start at 150 PHP (approximately 3 USD), and they vary depending on the size of your items and how long you will be storing them.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Manila?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Manila was £279 for a one-way ticket and £542 for a return.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Francisco to Manila?

    American Airlines, Asiana Airlines, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to Manila flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Manila?

    The Boeing 777-300ER is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Manila flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Manila?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between San Francisco and Manila, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Francisco to Manila?

    There are direct flights from San Francisco to Manila on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Francisco to Manila, EVA Air or Cathay Pacific?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Manila are EVA Air and Cathay Pacific. With an average price for the route of £645 and an overall rating of 8.4, EVA Air is the most popular choice. Cathay Pacific is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £556 and an overall rating of 7.6.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Manila?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Manila.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Manila?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Manila from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Manila?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Manila with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Manila?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Manila from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Manila

  • Looking for a cheap flight from San Francisco to Manila? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £317 or less one-way and £644 or less round-trip.
  • For those looking to save on travel time, book your reservation with Philippine Airlines, as they offer several daily flights from San Francisco to Manila. If you don’t mind layovers, book your ticket through either Air China or Cathay Pacific, as both of these companies offer affordable tickets and free checked baggage.
  • Are you often stressed while traveling? Pay a visit to one of the yoga rooms in San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to unwind. Placed near Gate 87A and Gate 62, these quiet rooms contain practice mats and guided DVDs, making them a peaceful space to relax.
  • If you need to quickly charge one of your portable devices before boarding your flight from San Francisco to Manila, rent a rapid portable charger from San Francisco International Airport. For a small hourly fee, you can carry a portable charger around with you and charge your cell phone up to two times quicker than normal.
  • To allow your kids to burn off some steam once your flight has landed, head to one of the Kiddie Traveller’s Lounges located in Terminals 1, 3, and 4 of Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL). These lounges are free to enter and have staff members to help watch the kids, as well as books, toys, and TVs playing child-friendly programs.
  • If you would like to take a quick nap or shower once arriving in Manila, book one of the Day Rooms that are located in Terminal 1 of Ninoy Aquino International Airport. These rooms contain private restrooms, a small bed, a desk, and outlets. The starting rate for a room is 840 PHP (approximately 16 USD).

Prefer to fly direct from San Francisco to Manila?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from San Francisco to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San Francisco to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Monday

Philippine Airlines, United Airlines

Philippine Airlines, United Airlines

Tuesday

Philippine Airlines, United Airlines

Philippine Airlines, United Airlines

Wednesday

Philippine Airlines, United Airlines

Philippine Airlines, United Airlines

Thursday

Philippine Airlines, United Airlines

Philippine Airlines, United Airlines

Friday

Philippine Airlines, United Airlines

Philippine Airlines, United Airlines

Saturday

Philippine Airlines, United Airlines

Philippine Airlines, United Airlines

Sunday

Philippine Airlines, United Airlines

Philippine Airlines, United Airlines

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Direct returns

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl to San Francisco

Monday

Philippine Airlines, United Airlines

Philippine Airlines, United Airlines

Tuesday

Philippine Airlines, United Airlines

Philippine Airlines, United Airlines

Wednesday

Philippine Airlines, United Airlines

Philippine Airlines, United Airlines

Thursday

Philippine Airlines, United Airlines

Philippine Airlines, United Airlines

Friday

Philippine Airlines, United Airlines

Philippine Airlines, United Airlines

Saturday

Philippine Airlines, United Airlines

Philippine Airlines, United Airlines

Sunday

Philippine Airlines, United Airlines

Philippine Airlines, United Airlines

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines flying from San Francisco to Manila

 
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8.4
EVA AirOverall score based on 1254 reviews
8.3Comfort
8.4Boarding
8.1Food
8.6Crew
8.0Entertainment
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The crew very accommodating and food too is good. Keep up the good work

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Oct 2025SFO - TPE
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The crew very accommodating and food too is good. Keep up the good work

The crews are very efficient. Other airlines should learn from them when it comes to boarding and departing from the airplane. They also display efficiency in serving meals. They don't keep the aisles blocked for hours like some other airlines. The food is poor. Generally the food was unrecognizable and poorly prepared. The only thing that made it better than US flag carriers is that there was a fresh fruit bowl with each meal.

Very good service and food. Crew was professional and helpful. Cabin and restrooms were kept clean

Very good service and food. Crew was professional and considerate. Cabin and restrooms were kept clean

Flight Attendants could have been nicer and food portions could be bigger.

Great experience, comfort and food is delicious. Always great service and one time

The food from Los Angeles to Taipei made me throw up. The flight is also not comfort. But the staffs are very friendly and nice.

Aircraft was late getting to the gate - probably due to weather. We left the gate one hour late and had to wait another hour since we lost our slot in the takeoff queue. Our box was very wet and was falling apart when we got to Clark. It appears that luggage was exposed to weather in TPE while waiting to be loaded. Crew, however, handled the delay well and was able to provide planned service.

I appreciate the email reminders for online check-in which made my entry to the lines less stressful. The flight was on schedule and on time. The baording staff were proactively helpful and approachable. The airplane inflight food, entertainment and comfies as well as provisions are excellent even in the economy seating. The airline transfer was smooth and easy! Luggage safe and intact! Thank you EVA airline for making my trip a reliable safe and comfortable experience.

I was sleep when they brought the food. They had put a note on my seat. There was no food when I asked for food later. There was just one main meal served in this 14 hours flight. They offered me sandwich with ham which I don’t eat since I am pescatarian. Long story short I had to wait to get to TPE to get something to eat. I am extremely disappointed from the service. I have been flying EVA since I was 1 year old. Perhaps no more EVA for me. Seems EVA glorious day is long gone

Seats in the absolute back row of the plane even though we booked ages ago :( Crew was awesome though

My connecting flight was canceled or never existed. My stopover went from 1 hour and a half to 10 hours. It was a long day that I wasn't prepared for and it would have been nice to know that ahead of time. Cathay is great though. Great staff, entertainment and food.

The only problem was my connecting flight to Chiang Mai on Hong Kong express that I booked through Cathay Pacific was canceled and I was never told about it. I was rescheduled on a flight 10 hours later. Very long day at rgr airport in Hing Kong after a 13 hour flight but that's OK, I understand things change but I think I should have been told. I would have prepared myself for a long wait. Great flights all around though. Thank you

I was only given 2 meals, and my screen showed that there were 3 meals. Second meal was 1-2 hours late according to the screen.

Just want to do a little more clean up so does not smell like urine.

Great. Efficient boarding process with the face recognition. Plenty of cabin space for luggage.

Special request meals are really below average. Vegetarian options are very limited if you didn't prebook.

I've stomach problems after 2 hours of flight, Iris, the flight purser not only did her best to make me feel comfortable, she went above and beyond providing pain relievers medicines and ointment. She look and found a doctor passenger on the flight to provide advise. She even report on ground staffs about my condition and provide wheelchair upon arrival. Kudos to her and Cathay Pacific!

So so, crew was overly professional and lacks human touch. Equipment is very old, especially the HKG-PVG CX366 flight. That plane along with its decor must have twenty years of history, or at least I had that impression.

Very noisy and careless crew on this overnight flight. They should understand customers want to sleep

Plane are getting old, almost an hour delay due to technical reson , after all passenger aboard. Took 4 flight on business class this trip and all the planes had an issues. PAL need to improve their planes.

It’s sad how legacy airlines feel like budget airlines now. Cramped space Non reclining seats No inflight entertainment (need to connect via your own device) Saving grace is the crew. Truly nice and sincere service.

Short flight with limited entertainment wasn't that bad. Staff was friendly and plane was clean. Meal was good.

It was great! The flight was on time and had a smoother flight

Crew excellent calling me by name ! Only downside was no inflight WiFi

I was glad that the plane was not totally full.

Boarding and flying on time is the most important need of passengers they did that

Well, I needed to make a change to my flight and I called the airline and they said yes no problem $700 and we can do that and I agreed to it so they canceled my tickets and went to rebook and came back after being on hold for an hour and a half and said I’m sorry, sir. There was an error. It is $2800 Now and I said never mind. I will just use those flights and she proceeded to tell me that they already canceled them because I said I was interested in doing the change. I told her yes for $700. I was fine with doing a change but not $2800 so give me my tickets back and she proceeded to tell me that she could not do that and I had to pay the $2800 to get my tickets back that I already spent $2800 on. So I had to book tickets on another airline to get home And that cost a lot of money too. I’m a little pissed off at Philippine airline right now because of what they did to me and I’m not sure I ever wanna fly with them again. I’ve flown with them plenty in the past, but this just really put a bad taste in my mouth.. Not to mention on my way there leaving Seattle going to Vancouver. I got to the airport three hours in advance and they had booked me through Alaska Airlines to do that little trip. My connecting flight would leave about six hours after I got to Vancouver BC. I stood in Alaska Airlines lying for a little over two hours and then they proceeded to tell me that they couldn’t check me in because I wasn’t there an hour in advance. I kept telling the lady at the beginning of the line that I was afraid they were not gonna let me in because it was taking so long and she said oh don’t worry about it. You’re fine you’ve got time. Well I ended up spending $600 to get to Canada that night just to make my connecting flight because Alaska air wouldn’t do anything and Filipino Air told me it was Alaska air problem but Alaska air said since you booked through Philippine air, we can’t fix it. I had about 50 minutes to make my flight, but they refused to check me in because I wasn’t there an hour in advance yet. I’ve been standing in their line for about two hours and 15 minutes.

reach the standard, crew tried to fix up issues fast.

Overall the flight was a good experience. It is different from American Airlines because they board the back of the plane first rather than the front first. Food was decent. They gave out pillows ,blankets , and face masks. I did find this airline had faster flights back home than others. Less travel and layover time.

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