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

• Philippine Airlines
• Cebu Pacific

Flights from Manila to Melbourne usually depart from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) and may arrive at several airports in Melbourne area, including Melbourne Avalon (AVV), Melbourne Moorabbin (MBW), Melbourne Essendon (MEB) and Melbourne (MEL).

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

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

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Manila to Melbourne:

• Economy class
• Business Class

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $601 return via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL), compared with $746 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $121–$139 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

One-stop flights from Manila to Melbourne most commonly connect through:

• Singapore Changi (SIN) – 33% of one-stop connections
• Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 32% of one-stop connections
• Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 12% of one-stop connections
• Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) – 9% of one-stop connections

Singapore Changi (SIN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 12% on the Manila to Melbourne route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $707 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $799, a difference of $93. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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 Manila to Melbourne route, 20% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 32 minutes.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Manila to Melbourne flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, Morning flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

Some of the most popular sights in Melbourne are Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, Crown Casino, and Marvel Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Melbourne on KAYAK.

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

• Earliest: departs at 12:55 and lands at 21:06
• Latest: departs at 20:30 and lands at 04:41.

The flight takes about 8h 11m.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 19% above the route average of $728. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

A direct flight from Manila to Melbourne takes 8h 11m, covering 10,184 km.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

One-way fares from Manila to Melbourne are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $337, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

Flying via Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl (BWN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 11h 16m, compared to 12h 17m via Brisbane (BNE) and 12h 37m via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

Melbourne is 2 hours ahead of Manila (Eastern Australia Time vs Philippine Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Since Melbourne is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near Melbourne Airport (MEL) – daily rates from around $19:

· Bargain Car Rentals
· East Coast Car Rentals
· EverythingFleet
· Ace Rental Cars
· Alpha

Near Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV) – daily rates from around $24:

· Sixt
· Yesaway
· Economy Rent a Car
· Kangaroo Rental
· Budget

Return flights from Manila to Melbourne range from $596 to $911, with an average of $728 over the past 12 months. Anything below $596 counts as a good deal.