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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York John F. Kennedy to Manila Ninoy Aquino flights are currently cheapest in October.

Direct flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Manila Ninoy Aquino

New York John F. Kennedy to Manila Ninoy Aquino: Alternative routes

Compare routes from New York John F. Kennedy to Manila below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Manila Ninoy Aquino.

New York to Manila: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP46,671
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time16 hrs, 27 mins
Most popular airlinePhilippine Airlines
Average flights per week3

Finding cheap flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Manila Ninoy Aquino: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New York John F. Kennedy to Manila Ninoy Aquino is P46,671. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
16 hours and 27 minutes is the average flight time from New York John F. Kennedy to Manila Ninoy Aquino.
Philippine Airlines flies direct from New York John F. Kennedy to Manila Ninoy Aquino.
As of April 2025, there are 3 flights per week flying from New York John F. Kennedy to Manila Ninoy Aquino.
The cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Manila Ninoy Aquino is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport on Wednesday, 1 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 16 hours and 27 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Manila Ninoy Aquino but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Manila is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, China Airlines and Philippine Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Manila Ninoy Aquino.

Flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 16 hours 25 minutes.

  • Manila is 12 hours ahead of New York and follows the UTC+8 timezone.

  • Every week, there are five John F. Kennedy International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board as soon as possible, opt for the 01:40 Philippine Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 02:40 with Philippine Airlines.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your JFK to MNL flight.

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

  • Philippine Airlines is your ticket to exploring Manila (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Philippines!). Check out the direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport offered by this popular carrier.

  • Philippine Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.

  • With 76.92% of services arriving as planned, Philippine Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering JFK to MNL flights.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between JFK and MNL:

    • Pearson International Airport

    • Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport

    • Incheon International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)

  • P26,753 is the best price for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. Return flights start from P46,671. These fares may change based on demand.

  • Book five months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from JFK to MNL.

  • April is the cheapest month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.

  • Finding cheap flights from JFK to MNL couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • JFK's address is JFK Airport.

  • Of all flights leaving John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% land on time at their destination.

  • To reach John F. Kennedy International Airport from central New York, it'll take around 50 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near JFK:

Arriving at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)

  • If you're landing on a late John F. Kennedy International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these options near MNL:

  • Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Ninoy Aquino International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Europcar to explore Manila and beyond.

  • Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Ninoy Aquino International Airport about four weeks before your departure date.

Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila

  • Ninoy Aquino International Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from the centre of Manila. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.

  • Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour 15 minutes.

When to fly to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Manila. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in February.

  • Book your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport for April if you want to visit Manila during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JFK to MNL in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.

Explore more of Philippines

  • You've seen Manila, now it's time to discover other parts of Philippines. Travel about 8 kilometres north-east to Quezon City to check off its must-visit sights. From Pinky Spikes to Province and GEE’s SPOT GARDEN by Gerard, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Taguig is another favourite destination in Philippines and is around 13 kilometres south-east of Manila. No trip is complete without experiencing Sib Plants, Philippine Science Heritage Centre or Salinlahi Museum and BGC Astronaut Mural.

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