What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to Philippines?

Etihad Airways, Cathay Pacific, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Philippines

Which airlines fly to Philippines?

Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Philippines from South Africa according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Philippines. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Philippines on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long is the flight from South Africa to Philippines?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in South Africa you fly out of and what airport in Philippines you fly into. For example, flying from Johannesburg to Manila takes 19h 20m on average. On the other hand, flying from Cape Town to Manila takes 27h 05m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Philippines?

Prices for flights from South Africa to Philippines are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Philippines?

There are 6 operators available for flights from South Africa to Philippines as of August 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Philippines?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Philippines.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Philippines?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Philippines can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Philippines. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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9:50 - 21:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

29h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

5:45 - 8:20MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R10 887Etihad Airways

Sun, Feb 7 - Sun, Feb 21

9:45 - 22:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

30h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

5:45 - 8:20MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R10 903Etihad Airways

Mon, Oct 19 - Sun, Oct 25

20:55 - 8:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

29h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

9:45 - 4:00MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R12 657Qatar Airways

Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 17

20:55 - 8:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

29h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

9:45 - 4:00MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R12 896Qatar Airways

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22

10:40 - 5:30CPT Cape Town Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

36h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi

17:05 - 9:25MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 20m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 183Singapore Airlines

Sun, Feb 7 - Sun, Feb 28

10:20 - 1:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

33h 20m1 stop Shenzhen

2:55 - 7:40MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 45m1 stop Shenzhen

R13 310Air China

Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Jan 14

10:40 - 12:50CPT Cape Town Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

20h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi

14:05 - 9:25MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 20m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 342Singapore Airlines

Sun, Feb 7 - Fri, Feb 26

9:50 - 21:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

29h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

6:30 - 8:20MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 50m3 stops Singapore Changi Krabi Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R14 251Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 8

14:30 - 18:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

21h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Hong Kong Intl

20:30 - 13:30MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 00m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Addis Ababa Bole

R14 665Ethiopian Air

Sun, Nov 22 - Thu, Nov 26

14:30 - 18:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

21h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Hong Kong Intl

20:30 - 13:30MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 00m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Addis Ababa Bole

R14 697Ethiopian Air

Sun, Nov 22 - Thu, Nov 26

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20:55 - 22:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

19h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

18:35 - 4:00MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

39h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R14 123Qatar Airways

Fri, Aug 28 - Sat, Sep 5

9:45 - 0:05JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

32h 20m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

6:55 - 8:20MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 25m3 stops Singapore Changi Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R14 761Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Sun, Sep 13

9:45 - 2:10JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

34h 25m3 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Ho Chi Minh City

6:55 - 8:20MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 25m3 stops Singapore Changi Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R15 079Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Sun, Sep 13

9:45 - 0:05JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

32h 20m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

9:40 - 8:20MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 40m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R15 526Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Sun, Sep 13

7:30 - 16:30JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

27h 00m2 stops Cape Town Intl Doha Hamad Intl

18:35 - 9:00MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R16 530Qatar Airways

Mon, Aug 31 - Sun, Sep 13

20:55 - 22:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

19h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

18:35 - 18:10MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 35m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl Durban King Shaka Intl

R16 721Qatar Airways

Fri, Aug 28 - Sat, Sep 5

13:15 - 22:10CPT Cape Town Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

26h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl

13:25 - 18:05MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

34h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl

R17 996Emirates

Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 30

13:15 - 22:10CPT Cape Town Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

26h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl

13:25 - 18:05MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

34h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl

R18 108Emirates

Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 30

9:00 - 18:15CPT Cape Town Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

27h 15m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Addis Ababa Bole Hong Kong Intl

21:10 - 13:00MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 50m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Addis Ababa Bole

R28 947Ethiopian Air

Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 30

9:00 - 18:15CPT Cape Town Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

27h 15m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Addis Ababa Bole Hong Kong Intl

21:10 - 13:00MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 50m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Addis Ababa Bole

R28 979Ethiopian Air

Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 30

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Emirates

Oct 9

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 45m

1 stop

MNL16:15Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Oct 16

MNL23:55Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

26h 40m

1 stop

JNB20:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 717

Emirates

Sept 1

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

26h 55m

1 stop

MNL22:10Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sept 30

MNL13:25Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

34h 40m

1 stop

CPT18:05Cape Town Intl

R17 996

Emirates

Sept 1

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

26h 55m

1 stop

MNL22:10Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sept 30

MNL13:25Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

34h 40m

1 stop

CPT18:05Cape Town Intl

R18 108

Ethiopian Air flights from South Africa to Philippines

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Ethiopian Air

Nov 22

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 45m

2 stops

MNL18:15Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Nov 26

MNL20:30Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

23h 00m

2 stops

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 665

Ethiopian Air

Nov 22

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 45m

2 stops

MNL18:15Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Nov 26

MNL20:30Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

23h 00m

2 stops

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 697

Ethiopian Air

Oct 20

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 45m

2 stops

MNL18:15Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Nov 10

MNL20:30Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

23h 00m

2 stops

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 079

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9:45-4:00

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R12 657

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9:45-4:00

1 stop24h 15m

R12 896

Cape TownManila

CPT Cape Town Intl - MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

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Sun 7/2

10:40-5:30

2 stops36h 50m

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17:05-9:25

2 stops22h 20m

R13 183

JohannesburgManila

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

JNBMNL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/12

10:20-1:40

1 stop33h 20m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 14/1

2:55-7:40

1 stop34h 45m

R13 310

Cape TownManila

CPT Cape Town Intl - MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

CPTMNL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/2

10:40-12:50

2 stops20h 10m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 26/2

14:05-9:25

2 stops25h 20m

R13 342

JohannesburgManila

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

JNBMNL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/10

9:50-21:35

1 stop29h 45m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 8/11

6:30-8:20

3 stops31h 50m

R14 251

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Sun 22/11

14:30-18:15

2 stops21h 45m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 26/11

20:30-13:30

2 stops23h 00m

R14 665

JohannesburgManila

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

JNBMNL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/11

14:30-18:15

2 stops21h 45m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 26/11

20:30-13:30

2 stops23h 00m

R14 697

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Philippines?

If you’re not able to fly to Philippines in February, then June is your next best option. Flight prices from South Africa to Philippines during June average around R12 417.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Philippines?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Philippines from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Philippines for around R13 136 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Philippines from South Africa for as low as R12 290 on momondo.

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Best price found	R6 982
Fastest flight time	16h 25m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Philippines from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R6 982. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Philippines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R10 887.

The fastest flight from South Africa to Philippines takes 16h 25m

There are no direct flights from South Africa to Philippines. There are no popular flight routes from South Africa to Philippines.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Philippines?
Prices for flights from South Africa to Philippines are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Philippines?
There are 6 operators available for flights from South Africa to Philippines as of August 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Philippines?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Philippines.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Philippines?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Philippines can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Philippines. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Philippines

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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R2 693	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 033 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom R10 455	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 460 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R10 512	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 588 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R10 788	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 728 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R10 890	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 520 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R13 770	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 656 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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