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₱22,184 Find Cheap Flights from San Diego to Manila

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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Manila (SAN-MNL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from San Diego 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 round-trip flight deals from San Diego to Manila

Mon, Jan 19 - Thu, Mar 26
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4:00 pm - 9:55 amSAN-MNL
25h 55m2 stops
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4:55 pm - 7:35 amMNL-SAN
29h 40m2 stops
₱49,740Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Jan 15 - Wed, Jan 28
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8:37 pm - 10:05 pmSAN-MNL
33h 28m2 stops
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9:45 am - 12:49 pmMNL-SAN
19h 04m2 stops
₱49,798ANA
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Fri, Mar 20 - Fri, Apr 10
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9:59 pm - 3:55 pmSAN-MNL
50h 56m2 stops
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10:35 am - 8:39 amMNL-SAN
37h 04m2 stops
₱50,032China Airlines
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Sun, Nov 16 - Fri, Nov 21
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9:59 am - 9:55 amSAN-MNL
31h 56m2 stops
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10:55 am - 7:19 pmMNL-SAN
24h 24m2 stops
₱50,323China Airlines
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Fri, Jan 16 - Tue, Jan 27
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6:15 am - 1:55 amSAN-MNL
27h 40m2 stops
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3:10 am - 2:07 pmMNL-SAN
26h 57m2 stops
₱51,082Korean Air
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Sun, Jan 18 - Sun, Feb 15
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10:06 pm - 10:50 pmSAN-MNL
56h 44m2 stops
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6:50 pm - 4:06 pmMNL-SAN
37h 16m2 stops
₱51,141EVA Air
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Wed, Jan 7 - Sun, Jan 18
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12:15 pm - 5:50 pmSAN-MNL
37h 35m2 stops
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3:40 am - 11:51 amMNL-SAN
24h 11m2 stops
₱51,199EVA Air
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Tue, Mar 31 - Thu, Apr 16
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6:30 am - 7:00 pmSAN-MNL
21h 30m2 stops
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9:40 pm - 12:12 amMNL-SAN
17h 32m1 stop
₱52,250United Airlines
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Mon, Nov 3 - Fri, Nov 21
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11:02 am - 6:50 amSAN-MNL
27h 48m2 stops
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9:55 am - 2:55 pmMNL-SAN
21h 00m1 stop
₱52,483United Airlines
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Tue, Jan 13 - Sat, Jan 31
Korean Air Logo
7:30 pm - 1:55 amSAN-MNL
38h 25m2 stops
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12:55 am - 6:56 pmMNL-SAN
34h 01m2 stops
₱52,717Korean Air
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ANA
Cheapest • from ₱49,798 (round-trip)
Japan Airlines
Best reviews • 8.3 score
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When to book
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Cheapest round-trip
₱49,740
Typical prices: ₱60,102-₱81,965
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Mon 1/19Thu 3/26
SAN - MNL • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
₱22,184
Typical prices: ₱48,806-₱74,960
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Mon 12/8
SAN - MNL • 3 stops
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Diego to Manila flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from San Diego to Manila?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Diego to Manila departing in January.

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

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

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Manila on a Sunday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to fly from San Diego to Manila. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Wednesday and avoiding Sundays for the best deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Diego 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 Diego to Manila is February, where tickets cost ₱61,065 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is ₱108,119 and ₱92,590 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Diego 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 Diego 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 Diego to Manila, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 31% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 21 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flight₱22,184
Best time to beat the crowds (11% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 17% lower on average.
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When to book flights from San Diego to Manila

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Diego 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 Diego to Manila

  • Are there lounges at Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)?

    Yes, there are several lounges at Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport that passengers can utilize their services while waiting for airport transfers. The lounges are mainly airline operated; hence they have different rules and regulations. However, the best part is that the lounges, such as Japan Airline Lounges offer exceptional services such as meals and showers. Also, they are easily accessible and found in almost all the terminals at the airport.

  • Where can I withdraw money at Manila Aquino International Airport (MNL)?

    There are multiple ATMs at Manila Aquino International Airport that caters to your monetary needs. Therefore, you don't have to panic if you are arriving at MNL and need to withdraw some extra dollars for emergency services. You will find many ATMs, such as American Express, situated at Terminals 1, 2, and 3 of the airport. However, note that when you withdraw money, charges may apply, so ensure to call your bank for fee schedules.

  • Are there hotels near San Diego International Airport?

    There are multiple hotels located at and near San Diego International Airport where you can spend the night. So, if you have scheduled an early morning flight from SAN Airport and looking for accommodation, look no further than Sheraton San Diego Hotel and Marina. It is found 0.5 miles from the airport and hence easily accessible. Alternatively, depending on your budget, you can spend the at Holiday Inn Express, Wyndham Garden, and many more hotels near SAN. As a result, you will be able to avoid the morning commute.

  • How far is SAN from downtown San Diego?

    The distance between SAN from downtown San Diego is approximately 3 miles. Using the tram or bus, you can get to the airport in about 38min. Alternatively, a taxi will take approximately 25min for the same distance, but it is a bit expensive.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Diego to Manila was ₱22,184 for a one-way ticket and ₱49,740 for a round-trip.

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

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Diego to Manila, Japan Airlines or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Diego to Manila are Japan Airlines and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of ₱112,715 and an overall rating of 8.3, Japan Airlines is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of ₱80,689 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Diego 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 Diego to Manila.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Manila from San Diego 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 Diego to Manila?

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

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

  • Take advantage of the nursing suites located in both departure and arrival airports. San Diego Airport (SAN) has nursing suites located at Terminals 1 and 2 of the airport. Nonetheless, Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) has nursing suites at Terminals A and B of the airport. The rooms are equipped with electric outlets, soft lighting, and a comfortable seat.
  • You will find at least a pet relief area in San Diego Airport (SAN) located at Terminal 2 for passengers traveling with their four-legged friends. The pet relief areas feature a fire hydrant, pet waste bag, and artificial turf grass. This will help your pet become more comfortable on the flight to MNL.
  • If you are flying through San Diego Airport, there is a comprehensive range of top-notch activities that you can do while waiting to board your flight. Bars, cafes where you can grab something and eat, a working station with charging spots, a complimentary Wi-Fi that you can log into, and shopping stalls. You can do your last-minute shopping at the stalls and grab a souvenir.
  • You can connect to downtown Manila from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport using public transits such as minibusses, city buses, and express buses. However, the most efficient and fastest way to travel to downtown Manila is using the metro. Bus line 18 connects Terminals 1, 2, and 3 of the airport with stops at car rental shops, parking lots, passenger terminals, and bus stops.
  • MNL offers several services and amenities that you can take advantage of while waiting for airport transfers. You can visit the spa and get yourself a massage to relax your body after a long flight.

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

 
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Japan AirlinesOverall score based on 1583 reviews
7.8Entertainment
8.2Comfort
7.7Food
8.4Boarding
8.7Crew
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put me in front row, screen was tiny, movie slection wasnt very good will be flying back on another airlines

6.0 GoodTom, Oct 2025GEG - SEA
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put me in front row, screen was tiny, movie slection wasnt very good will be flying back on another airlines

Japan Airlines was excellent as usual once on the plane. Cabin crew was wonderful as usual. Boarding was solid on the Honolulu leg. For Thai Airways the boarding was less organized. I was in an earlier group but they weren’t clear with the numbers or instructions. Flight crew from Japan to Thailand was very good.

Terrible. Our flight was delayed by 15 hours. We lost a full day of our vacation.

Not good. The flight from LAX to Tokyo was delayed 15 hours.

highly recommend for trip to japan only reason why i gave good not excellent is because their selection of movies and tv shows in English is more limited .

I avoid American Airlines for a reason. Our flight was delayed at LAX. The situation at the gate was chaotic. The woman making announcements wasn't being clear or transparent regarding why there were delays. There was a lot of confusion regarding flight and gate status. Other passengers were pretty rude. I was elbowed in the eye by someone who was in a hurry to get their bags from the overhead bin immediately after the flight landed. Ultimately, I will avoid AA as much as possible in the future.

Overall a great experience. One complain was the vegetarian food that my wife had which was mostly boiled vegetables with not much flavor.

We booked business class round trip from Delhi to San Diego and back. On our last leg from Bangalore to Delhi we were down graded to economy class which was big disappointment other than that everything was great.

Had an incident with a stewardess who insisted that I take a seat. I informed her that I came to use the restroom and to have some water. After using the restroom, I wanted to stretch my legs out a little cuz my knees were aching from sitting. I understood her concern for my concern and the potential turbulence (she said she knows this route and the turbulence and safety is not to be taken lightly) but I felt that her mood, tone, demeanor, and a lack of compassion for the pain in my knees were not the proper way to address a customer or anyone for that matter. This left a bitter taste in my mouth. It was her lack of professionalism that surprised me.

It was good but need mor amenities for toiletries and entertainment

Same as last comment. Food sucks. Quality. Not surprising most people have no clue about nourishment Clearly

The flight attendants were great, I joked with one I can’t remember her name, a blond, really sweet. I thought it was run well very professional. This was great i survived Spirit, I know for which I speak.

We were in business class. the angled seats in that class do not have a real window view & the placement of the controls are bad. But we knew that. But the food options were mediocre. The taste was fine, but the size was for a child. It’s just really feels like United is skimping on everything. Even when we were in the Polaris lounge they did not have diet sodas. They said they were out no Coke zero no Diet Coke, etc. I do not think the portion of nuts they serve on the plane could get any smaller. Really a minimal service and offer for what you’re paying for in business.

I was in first class. The outlets at my seat did not work. The plane was shabby and run down. I had prepurchsed a day subscription for internet that was not redeemable. I had to repurchase the internet for my flight and then it didn’t work anyway. Quite disappointed in what was supposed to be the launch of a great vacation.

We had to deboard 2 times due to maintenance issues. They changed the plane, and then we got deviated to LAX due to maibtenance issues on the other plane, had to sleep at LAX and los a full day.

From the first moment you interact with United Airlines, you can expect nothing less but extreme frustration. The baggage handler at the bag drop seems completely unbothered by the presence of customers waiting in line. No help was extended to load the baggage whatsoever. And if any of your bags is overweight by 0.01 pound they will make you re-distribute everything in your suitcase just to play power trip. When it was time to board no help was extended to customers to locate their seats. Moreover. It was a chaotic mess at the gate when it was unclear who should board first and everyone just bunched up, trying to get on the plane. I am sure the crew was doing their best to perform their jobs while being paid their wages however it shouldn’t be that hard to smile once or twice when you’re in the business if serving customers. It is a shame for the United States of America to have a flagship carrier of such low caliber. Our flight was also delayed by about an hour and a half due to further delays prior to our inbound flight. Being someone who has travelled for both business and leisure in Asia, Europe, and South America I have never experienced such poor quality of service.

I understand stuff happens, but plane failures are likely due to lack of maintenance. Additionally, air conditioning wasn't working, no snack/drink service, no WiFi. Fortunately, the crew was communicative and light-hearted. United grabbed another plane and we were able to get to our destination.

The pilots were late and it made us 1 hour late. The meat was tough and bok choy was also tough.

Stuck on tarmac for two hours plus a 5.5 hour flight. Rude flight attendant. And no meals, not even for purchase!

I learned that seating towards the end of plane that a line forms for the restroom and people use your chair as a hand railing, bumping your seat consistently. I was seated in the aisle. I think that next time if I am towards the back row I would want to sit in the middle or window seat.

I liked a lot , the flight attendant so nice ,the seat very comfortable I enjoyed the flight , I will do it again with Air Canada,

It was a smooth flight both in the sky and landing!

The crew was really nice. The plane seats were kinda small even for a 5’6” / 158 lbs person.

Fare was great, seat comfort the opposite as cushion was worn out. Ok for 2 hour flight, not for 4.5 hour flight..

Fair. What's the point of partnering with United if we cannot use the lounge. My wife is a frequent flier with United but we were refused access to Air Canada lounge

Real smooth and easy, Real good leg room in coach!

Re luggage I carried a backpack only. I did not check any bags in. However there were other passengers with carry on luggage going in the plane. My question is why are others allowed to have a carry on luggage inside the plane? Shouldn’t they have dropped it off at the gate? I’m asking because I could have brought the same thing instead of a backpack only. Please clarify for future reference. Thank you.

Like the service. Very hard to communicate or contact when have problems

They rescheduled me and I had no issues with the new flight

No paper towels in bathroom. Aisle seat difficult to get out of Other than those, excellent service

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