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

• Earliest: departs at 12:40 and lands at 20:53
• Latest: departs at 20:25 and lands at 04:38.

The flight takes about 8h 13m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Manila to Melbourne Airport:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

A direct flight from Manila to Melbourne Airport takes 8h 13m, covering 10,153 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.

Return flights from Manila to Melbourne Airport range from $624 to $952, with an average of $754 over the past 12 months. Anything below $624 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 22% above the $754 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $635 return via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL), compared with $771 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $59–$142 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A330-900neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Cebu Pacific. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330-300 variants.

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

One-way fares from Manila to Melbourne Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $376, which is 13% below the typical average for this route.

Melbourne Airport (MEL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $18 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Bargain Car Rentals
• East Coast Car Rentals
• EverythingFleet
• Ace Rental Cars
• Simba Car Hire

Flights from Manila to Melbourne Airport usually depart from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) and arrive at Melbourne (MEL).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

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 Airport route, 23% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 35m.

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

• Singapore Changi (SIN) – 42% of one-stop connections
• Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 28% of one-stop connections
• Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 12% of one-stop connections
• Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) – 6% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Manila to Melbourne Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $734 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $851, a difference of $117.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

• Philippine Airlines
• Cebu Pacific

Flying via Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl (BWN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 11h 08m, compared to 12h 07m via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and 12h 12m via Brisbane (BNE).

Melbourne Airport is 3 hours ahead of Manila (Eastern Australia Time vs Philippine Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

Among airlines operating Manila to Melbourne Airport flights:

• Cebu Pacific: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

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

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

You will find two transport options available to get to the city from Melbourne Airport. One of the more convenient options is often a Melbourne taxi, which will take you to the city in around 30min and cost approximately A$ 60. A bus trip from the airport to the city is likely to take around 45min and cost A$ 19. There are also local taxi apps that can be relied on.

If you’re looking for direct flights between Manila Airport and Melbourne Airport, you’ll find these routes offered by Philippine Airlines. Philippine Airlines has combined flight offers with Qantas Airways that have a single layover in Sydney. If you’re travelling with Royal Brunei Airlines, you’re likely to find flights with a single layover at Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei International Airport (BWN).

Scoot flights from Manila to Melbourne Airport usually stop at Singapore Changi Airport (SIN). This is a popular stopover airport for passengers with long waits due to its extensive shopping options, art installations and cinemas. It is a very large airport with plenty of lounges and transit hotels, where you can relax before your next flight.

Self-transfer flights can sometimes be cheaper than fully connected flights, but they're best for passengers without checked luggage. Otherwise, you must collect your luggage and check it for your next flight. Air Asia occasionally has flights that line up for a self-transfer route with a Kuala Lumpur (KUL) stop.

If you're trying to reduce your carbon footprint on your flight from Manila to Melbourne Airport, consider booking the route with Vietnam Airlines, stopping at Ho Chi Minh City Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN). These flights emit up to 49% less CO2 than average journeys on this route.

If you need mobility equipment or other special assistance, either at the airport or on board, contact your airline at least 48 hours ahead of your flight. They can arrange for staff to meet you at the airport and help make your journey comfortable.