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Cheapest return flight
£74
Typical prices: £62-£95
Philippine Airlines
Sat 1/12Sat 8/12
ZAM - MNL • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
£35
Typical prices: £35-£66
Philippine Airlines
Fri 30/11
ZAM - MNL • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines. Average duration is 1h 48m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 94% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 47% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 22% price drop
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £104 (return)
Shortest trip • 10h 33m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Zamboanga City to Manila (ZAM-MNL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Zamboanga City to Manila

Tue, 1 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
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17:40 - 19:20ZAM  Zamboanga City-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
1h 40mdirect
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09:00 - 10:40MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-ZAM Zamboanga City
1h 40mdirect
£74Philippine Airlines
Thu, 3 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
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09:20 - 11:05ZAM  Zamboanga City-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
1h 45mdirect
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10:40 - 12:20MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-ZAM Zamboanga City
1h 40mdirect
£74Philippine Airlines
Mon, 1 Feb - Fri, 5 Feb
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13:15 - 15:00ZAM  Zamboanga City-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
1h 45mdirect
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05:05 - 06:50MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-ZAM Zamboanga City
1h 45mdirect
£74Philippine Airlines
Tue, 2 Feb - Sat, 6 Feb
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11:25 - 13:05ZAM  Zamboanga City-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
1h 40mdirect
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09:00 - 10:40MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-ZAM Zamboanga City
1h 40mdirect
£75Philippine Airlines
Sun, 17 Jan - Sun, 14 Feb
Philippine Airlines Logo
13:15 - 15:00ZAM  Zamboanga City-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
1h 45mdirect
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15:15 - 17:00MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-ZAM Zamboanga City
1h 45mdirect
£75Philippine Airlines
Fri, 4 Dec - Sun, 6 Dec
Philippine Airlines Logo
13:15 - 15:00ZAM  Zamboanga City-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
1h 45mdirect
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05:05 - 06:50MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-ZAM Zamboanga City
1h 45mdirect
£75Philippine Airlines
Tue, 1 Dec - Sat, 5 Dec
Philippine Airlines Logo
11:25 - 13:05ZAM  Zamboanga City-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
1h 40mdirect
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05:05 - 06:50MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-ZAM Zamboanga City
1h 45mdirect
£75Philippine Airlines
Sun, 6 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
Philippine Airlines Logo
11:25 - 13:05ZAM  Zamboanga City-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
1h 40mdirect
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10:40 - 12:20MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-ZAM Zamboanga City
1h 40mdirect
£75Philippine Airlines
Fri, 8 Jan - Sat, 9 Jan
Philippine Airlines Logo
11:25 - 13:05ZAM  Zamboanga City-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
1h 40mdirect
Philippine Airlines Logo
05:05 - 06:50MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-ZAM Zamboanga City
1h 45mdirect
£78Philippine Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Zamboanga City to Manila flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Zamboanga City to Manila?

Return flights from Zamboanga City to Manila typically range from £62 to £95. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £74 on Philippine Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Zamboanga City to Manila?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Zamboanga City to Manila. It's 4% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 6% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Zamboanga City to Manila?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Zamboanga City to Manila at £57 return.
•May (£104) and December (£86) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 80% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Zamboanga City to Manila the cheapest?

Flights from Zamboanga City to Manila are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 47% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Zamboanga City to Manila

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on Philippine Airlines

An avid traveller and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg, among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

John Walton

John Walton

Expert on Cebu Pacific

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

Key details for Zamboanga City to Manila flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

£35
Beat the crowds with an average 16% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 37% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from Zamboanga City to Manila

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Zamboanga City 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 Zamboanga City to Manila flight questions, answered

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Zamboanga City to Manila?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Zamboanga City to Manila:

    • Earliest: departs at 06:30 and lands at 08:18
    • Latest: departs at 17:40 and lands at 19:28.

    The flight takes about 1h 48m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Zamboanga City to Manila?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Zamboanga City to Manila.

  • How long is a flight from Zamboanga City to Manila?

    A direct flight from Zamboanga City to Manila takes 1h 48m, covering 528 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Zamboanga City to Manila?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Zamboanga City to Manila flight?

    Return flights from Zamboanga City to Manila range from £62 to £95, with an average of £74 over the past 12 months. Anything below £62 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Zamboanga City to Manila flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 40% above the £74 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Zamboanga City to Manila?

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average £74 return, compared with £104 via a stopover through Iloilo Intl (ILO).

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Zamboanga City to Manila?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £6–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Zamboanga City to Manila?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Philippine Airlines and Cebu Pacific. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320neo variants.

  • How are flight departures from Zamboanga City to Manila spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Zamboanga City to Manila flights, with 38% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 37%, Evening flights for 25%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Zamboanga City 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 £74 to £306. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Zamboanga City to Manila looking right now?

    One-way fares from Zamboanga City to Manila are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £36, which is 20% below 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 averaging £38 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Avis
    • Fox

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Zamboanga City to Manila?

    Flights from Zamboanga City to Manila usually depart from Zamboanga City (ZAM) and arrive at Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Zamboanga City to Manila?

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Zamboanga City to Manila?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Zamboanga City to Manila route, 11% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 38m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Zamboanga City to Manila pass through?

    Connecting flights from Zamboanga City to Manila most commonly pass through:

    • Cebu City Mactan Intl (CEB) – 91% of one-stop connections
    • Iloilo Intl (ILO) – 9% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Zamboanga City to Manila?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 9% on flights from Zamboanga City to Manila. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £72 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at £78, a difference of £7.

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

  • Which airlines fly from Zamboanga City to Manila?

    2 airlines operate flights between Zamboanga City and Manila. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Cebu Pacific
    • Philippine Airlines

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

    Flying via Iloilo Intl (ILO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 8h 37m, compared to 10h 33m via Cebu City Mactan Intl (CEB).

  • 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.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Zamboanga City to Manila flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Cebu Pacific: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Philippine Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Zamboanga City 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Thursday flights average £72, about £7 less than Tuesday fares (9% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 47% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Zamboanga City to Manila trip for February. Fares historically average £57 return in that month – typically £46 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Philippine Airlines. Over the past three months, 94% of Philippine Airlines flights from Zamboanga City to Manila arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 89%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 38m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • 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

Prefer to fly direct from Zamboanga City to Manila?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Zamboanga City Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Zamboanga City to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Monday

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Tuesday

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Wednesday

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Thursday

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Friday

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Saturday

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Sunday

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

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Direct returns

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl to Zamboanga City

Monday

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Tuesday

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Wednesday

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Thursday

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Friday

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Saturday

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Sunday

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

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