How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Manila?

Non-stop flights on LAX → MNL are typically around 15 hours. Connecting itineraries add 3–8 hours depending on the hub and layover.

Which airlines fly from Los Angeles to Manila?

The main carriers on this route are Philippine, Delta, United. Codeshare and one-stop options add several more — the filter panel above shows every airline in the current fare set.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Manila?

Historically the lowest fares land in March, May, October. Summer (mid-June through mid-August) and the Christmas / New Year window are always peak. Mid-week departures (Tuesday–Thursday) typically beat weekend prices by 10–20%.

How far ahead should I book Los Angeles to Manila?

Six to ten weeks ahead is the sweet spot for this route. Inside three weeks, fares tend to spike as airlines sell to last-minute business travellers. Award availability often opens 10–11 months out if you're booking on miles.

Can I book directly on destination.com?

The Book button on each fare opens the airline or OTA (Trip.com, Kiwi, Expedia, Booking, Priceline, etc.) that's actually selling that ticket. You complete payment there at the same price you saw here — we never add a markup.

LAX → MNL

Los Angeles to Manila flights.

Live cached fares on Los Angeles (LAX) → Manila (MNL), refreshed every 30 minutes. Non-stop and connecting itineraries side by side — compare airlines, times and stops, then book in one click.

Flying time
~15h non-stop
Airlines
Philippine, Delta, United
Cheapest months
March, May, October

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About Los Angeles → Manila

Philippine Airlines daily A350 non-stop; DL/UA route via NRT or ICN with long layovers. OFW traffic keeps baseline fares tight.

Typical non-stop flying time is around 15 hours. Major carriers on this route include Philippine, Delta, United. Fares are usually cheapest in March, May, October — book 6–10 weeks ahead and avoid school-holiday peaks (late June–August, Christmas–New Year) for the best pricing.

Month-by-month price guide: Los Angeles to Manila

Live cheapest round-trip fare cached on LAX → MNL for each of the next 12 months. Tap any month and run a live search to confirm.

Oct
No data
Nov
Low
from $551
Dec
Peak
from $1059
Jan
Shoulder
from $824
Feb
Low
from $607
Mar
Low
from $534
Apr
Low
from $661
May
No data
Jun
Peak
from $910
Jul
No data
Aug
No data
Sep
No data

Cheapest next 12 months: March from $534 round-trip. Run a live search →

Booking window tip

Long-haul fares are most predictable when booked 10-16 weeks ahead. Inside six weeks expect sharp increases, especially in premium cabins. If you're paying with miles, search 330+ days ahead when award inventory first loads.

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Questions, answered

How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Manila?
Non-stop flights on LAX → MNL are typically around 15 hours. Connecting itineraries add 3–8 hours depending on the hub and layover.
Which airlines fly from Los Angeles to Manila?
The main carriers on this route are Philippine, Delta, United. Codeshare and one-stop options add several more — the filter panel above shows every airline in the current fare set.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Manila?
Historically the lowest fares land in March, May, October. Summer (mid-June through mid-August) and the Christmas / New Year window are always peak. Mid-week departures (Tuesday–Thursday) typically beat weekend prices by 10–20%.
How far ahead should I book Los Angeles to Manila?
Six to ten weeks ahead is the sweet spot for this route. Inside three weeks, fares tend to spike as airlines sell to last-minute business travellers. Award availability often opens 10–11 months out if you're booking on miles.
Can I book directly on destination.com?
The Book button on each fare opens the airline or OTA (Trip.com, Kiwi, Expedia, Booking, Priceline, etc.) that's actually selling that ticket. You complete payment there at the same price you saw here — we never add a markup.