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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 704
Typical prices: C$ 634-C$ 1,034
Air India
Thu 4/1Sun 4/2
DXB - MNL • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 894
Typical prices: C$ 639-C$ 1,093
Philippine Airlines
Wed 28/2Sat 31/3
DXB - MNL • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Emirates, Cebu Pacific, and Philippine Airlines. Average duration is 8h 22m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 79% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 39% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 19% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg C$ 571 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 13h 05m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dubai to Manila (DXB-MNL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dubai to Manila

Mon, 4 Jan - Thu, 4 Feb
Air India Logo
11:55 p.m. - 8:50 p.m.DXB  Dubai Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
16h 55m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Air India Logo
10:30 p.m. - 10:05 p.m.MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
27h 35m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
C$ 704Air India
3+ days ago
Mon, 23 Nov - Tue, 8 Dec
Qatar Airways Logo
10:25 p.m. - 3:25 p.m.DXB  Dubai Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
13h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
6:15 p.m. - 11:40 a.m.MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
21h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
C$ 771Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Mon, 16 Nov - Thu, 17 Dec
Qatar Airways Logo
10:25 p.m. - 3:25 p.m.DXB  Dubai Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
13h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
6:15 p.m. - 11:40 a.m.MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
21h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
C$ 771Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Tue, 29 Dec - Wed, 20 Jan
Air India Logo
9:55 a.m. - 8:50 p.m.DXB  Dubai Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
30h 55m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Air India Logo
10:30 p.m. - 10:05 p.m.MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
27h 35m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
C$ 788Air India
2 days ago
Tue, 20 Apr - Wed, 21 Apr
Kuwait Airways Logo
7:50 p.m. - 4:25 p.m.DXB  Dubai Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
16h 35m1 stop Kuwait City
Kuwait Airways Logo
10:45 p.m. - 12:35 p.m.MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
17h 50m1 stop Kuwait City
C$ 806Kuwait Airways
3+ days ago
Fri, 2 Apr - Mon, 3 May
Kuwait Airways Logo
7:50 p.m. - 4:25 p.m.DXB  Dubai Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
16h 35m1 stop Kuwait City
Kuwait Airways Logo
10:45 p.m. - 12:35 p.m.MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
17h 50m1 stop Kuwait City
C$ 806Kuwait Airways
1 day ago
Tue, 17 Nov - Wed, 16 Dec
Gulf Air Logo
9:20 p.m. - 2:50 p.m.DXB  Dubai Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
13h 30m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
4:25 p.m. - 8:35 p.m.MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
32h 10m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
C$ 817Gulf Air
3+ days ago
Wed, 11 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
Gulf Air Logo
7:45 a.m. - 2:50 p.m.DXB  Dubai Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
27h 05m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
4:25 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
29h 50m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
C$ 817Gulf Air
3+ days ago
Fri, 13 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
SAUDIA Logo
1:20 p.m. - 1:50 p.m.DXB  Dubai Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
20h 30m1 stop Riyadh King Khaled Intl
SAUDIA Logo
9:45 p.m. - 9:45 a.m.MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
16h 00m1 stop Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
C$ 823SAUDIA
3+ days ago
Fri, 20 Nov - Wed, 16 Dec
SAUDIA Logo
6:15 p.m. - 1:50 p.m.DXB  Dubai Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
15h 35m1 stop Riyadh King Khaled Intl
SAUDIA Logo
3:40 p.m. - 2:25 a.m.MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
14h 45m1 stop Riyadh King Khaled Intl
C$ 823SAUDIA
3+ days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Dubai to Manila flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Dubai to Manila typically range from C$ 634 to C$ 1,034. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 704, on Air India.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dubai to Manila?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dubai to Manila. It's 3% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 2% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Manila?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Manila at C$ 642 round-trip.
•December (C$ 1,008) and July (C$ 855) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 56% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Dubai to Manila the cheapest?

Flights from Dubai to Manila are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 39% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Dubai to Manila

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on MNL

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on DXB

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

Key details for Dubai to Manila flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

C$ 475
Beat the crowds with an average 44% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 23% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Dubai to Manila

When to book flights from Dubai to Manila

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dubai to Manila based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Dubai to Manila flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Dubai to Manila?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 3:40 am and lands at 12:02 pm
    • Latest: departs at 10:00 pm and lands at 6:22 am.

    The flight takes about 8h 22m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Dubai to Manila?

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

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long does a flight from Dubai to Manila take?

    A direct flight from Dubai to Manila takes 8h 22m, covering 11,104 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dubai to Manila?

    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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Dubai to Manila flight?

    Round-trip flights from Dubai to Manila range from C$ 634 to C$ 1,034, with an average of C$ 789 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 634 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Dubai to Manila flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 36% above the C$ 789 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Dubai to Manila?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 571 round-trip via Chongqing Jiangbei Intl (CKG), compared to C$ 860 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Dubai to Manila?

    Emirates is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Philippine Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Dubai to Manila flights are:

    • Emirates: 79% on time
    • Philippine Airlines: 73% on time
    • Cebu Pacific: 67% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 76% of the time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Dubai to Manila?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 59–C$ 140 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Dubai to Manila?

    The Boeing 777-300ER family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Emirates and Etihad Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330-900neo variants.

  • How are flight departures from Dubai to Manila spread across the day?

    Evening is the busiest departure period on Dubai to Manila flights, with 33% leaving in that window. Night departures account for 33%, Morning flights for 17%, and Afternoon flights for 17%.

  • How are flight prices from Dubai to Manila looking right now?

    One-way fares from Dubai to Manila are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 559, which is 13% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport (MNL)?

    Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport (MNL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 25 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Avis
    • Fox

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Dubai to Manila?

    Flights from Dubai to Manila usually depart from Dubai Intl (DXB) and arrive at Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Dubai to Manila?

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

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Dubai to Manila?

    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 Dubai to Manila route, 24% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 48m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Dubai to Manila pass through?

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

    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 31% of one-stop connections
    • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 24% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) – 9% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dubai to Manila?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 5% on flights from Dubai to Manila. Monday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 769 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at C$ 807, a difference of C$ 38.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Dubai to Manila?

    3 airlines operate flights between Dubai and Manila. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Emirates
    • Cebu Pacific
    • Philippine Airlines

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Dubai to Manila?

    Flying via Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 05m, compared with 14h 21m via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) and 14h 42m via Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH).

  • What is the time difference between Dubai and Manila?

    Manila is 4 hours ahead of Dubai (Philippine Time vs Gulf Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Manila?

    Some of the most popular sights in Manila are Manila Ocean Park, Ninoy Aquino Stadium, and Quirino Grandstand. These are among the most viewed places in Manila on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Dubai to Manila flights?

    Among airlines operating Dubai to Manila flights:

    • Emirates: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Dubai to Manila flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Cebu Pacific: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Philippine Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Emirates: a carry-on 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.

Your guide to booking Dubai to Manila flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average C$ 769, about C$ 38 less than Saturday fares (5% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 39% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dubai to Manila trip for February. Fares historically average C$ 642 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 366 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Emirates. Over the past three months, 79% of Emirates flights from Dubai to Manila arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 76%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 48m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Chongqing Jiangbei Intl Airport (CKG) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 571 round-trip on this route – about C$ 289 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport.

    • Savoy Hotel Manila Near Airport Naia Terminal 3 Mnl
    • Kingsford Hotel Manila Bay
    • Grand Westside Manila Bay

Prefer to fly direct from Dubai to Manila?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Dubai Intl Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Dubai Intl to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Monday

Cebu Pacific,Emirates,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Emirates, +1 more

Tuesday

Cebu Pacific,Emirates,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Emirates, +1 more

Wednesday

Cebu Pacific,Emirates,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Emirates, +1 more

Thursday

Cebu Pacific,Emirates,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Emirates, +1 more

Friday

Cebu Pacific,Emirates,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Emirates, +1 more

Saturday

Cebu Pacific,Emirates,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Emirates, +1 more

Sunday

Cebu Pacific,Emirates,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Emirates, +1 more

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Direct returns

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl to Dubai Intl

Monday

Cebu Pacific,Emirates,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Emirates, +1 more

Tuesday

Cebu Pacific,Emirates,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Emirates, +1 more

Wednesday

Cebu Pacific,Emirates,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Emirates, +1 more

Thursday

Cebu Pacific,Emirates,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Emirates, +1 more

Friday

Cebu Pacific,Emirates,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Emirates, +1 more

Saturday

Cebu Pacific,Emirates,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Emirates, +1 more

Sunday

Cebu Pacific,Emirates,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Emirates, +1 more

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