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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 144
Typical prices: C$ 123-C$ 198
Philippine Airlines
Tue 20/2Tue 27/2
MNL - GES • Direct
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 73
Typical prices: C$ 70-C$ 124
Philippine Airlines
Fri 2/2
MNL - GES • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines. Average duration is 2h 06m
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Most punctual • 87% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 36% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Manila to General Santos (MNL-GES)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Manila to General Santos

Sat, 20 Feb - Sat, 27 Feb
Philippine Airlines Logo
6:00 a.m. - 8:05 a.m.MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-GES General Santos Intl
2h 05mdirect
Philippine Airlines Logo
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.GES  General Santos Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
2h 00mdirect
C$ 144Philippine Airlines
Sun, 31 Jan - Thu, 4 Feb
Philippine Airlines Logo
6:00 a.m. - 8:05 a.m.MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-GES General Santos Intl
2h 05mdirect
Philippine Airlines Logo
9:40 p.m. - 11:40 p.m.GES  General Santos Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
2h 00mdirect
C$ 144Philippine Airlines
Fri, 19 Feb - Mon, 22 Feb
Philippine Airlines Logo
6:00 a.m. - 8:05 a.m.MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-GES General Santos Intl
2h 05mdirect
Philippine Airlines Logo
9:40 p.m. - 11:40 p.m.GES  General Santos Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
2h 00mdirect
C$ 144Philippine Airlines
Thu, 28 Jan - Fri, 5 Feb
Philippine Airlines Logo
6:00 a.m. - 8:05 a.m.MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-GES General Santos Intl
2h 05mdirect
Philippine Airlines Logo
9:40 p.m. - 11:40 p.m.GES  General Santos Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
2h 00mdirect
C$ 144Philippine Airlines
Mon, 11 Jan - Thu, 14 Jan
Cebu Pacific Logo
9:50 p.m. - 8:35 a.m.MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-GES General Santos Intl
10h 45m1 stop Iloilo Intl
Cebu Pacific Logo
8:00 a.m. - 10:05 a.m.GES  General Santos Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
2h 05mdirect
C$ 187Cebu Pacific
Mon, 11 Jan - Thu, 14 Jan
Cebu Pacific Logo
9:50 p.m. - 8:35 a.m.MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-GES General Santos Intl
10h 45m1 stop Iloilo Intl
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8:00 a.m. - 10:05 a.m.GES  General Santos Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
2h 05mdirect
C$ 191Cebu Pacific
Mon, 11 Jan - Thu, 14 Jan
Cebu Pacific Logo
9:50 p.m. - 8:35 a.m.MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-GES General Santos Intl
10h 45m1 stop Iloilo Intl
Cebu Pacific Logo
9:10 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.GES  General Santos Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
10h 50m1 stop Iloilo Intl
C$ 221Cebu Pacific
Mon, 11 Jan - Thu, 14 Jan
Cebu Pacific Logo
9:50 p.m. - 8:35 a.m.MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-GES General Santos Intl
10h 45m1 stop Iloilo Intl
Cebu Pacific Logo
9:10 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.GES  General Santos Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
10h 50m1 stop Iloilo Intl
C$ 223Cebu Pacific
Thu, 3 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:10 p.m. - 11:55 a.m.MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-GES General Santos Intl
12h 45m1 stop Cebu City Mactan Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.GES  General Santos Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
3h 45m1 stop Cebu City Mactan Intl
C$ 244Multiple Airlines
Thu, 3 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:40 p.m. - 11:55 a.m.MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-GES General Santos Intl
12h 15m2 stops Davao City Francisco Bangoy Cebu City Mactan Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.GES  General Santos Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
3h 45m1 stop Cebu City Mactan Intl
C$ 303Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Manila to General Santos flights

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

Round-trip flights from Manila to General Santos typically range from C$ 123 to C$ 198. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 144, on Philippine Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Manila to General Santos. It's 4% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 4% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Manila to General Santos?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Manila to General Santos at C$ 123 round-trip.
•December (C$ 196) and April (C$ 182) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 59% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Manila to General Santos the cheapest?

Flights from Manila to General Santos are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 36% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Manila to General Santos

 
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Ramsey Qubein

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An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Key details for Manila to General Santos flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

C$ 73
Beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 30% increase in traveller numbers.
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Your Manila to General Santos 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 Manila to General Santos?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 4:55 am and lands at 7:01 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:00 pm and lands at 9:06 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 06m.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Manila to General Santos:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long does a flight from Manila to General Santos take?

    A direct flight from Manila to General Santos takes 2h 06m, covering 1,676 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Manila to General Santos?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driver's licence.

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

    Round-trip flights from Manila to General Santos range from C$ 123 to C$ 198, with an average of C$ 151 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 123 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Manila to General Santos flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 29% above the C$ 151 route average. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Direct fares average C$ 150 round-trip, compared to C$ 232 via a layover through Cebu City Mactan Intl (CEB).

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

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 10–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 Manila to General Santos?

    The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Cebu Pacific. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Manila to General Santos flights, with 43% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 43%, Evening flights for 14%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Manila to General Santos changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 144 to C$ 536. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Manila to General Santos are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 73, which is 20% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flights from Manila to General Santos usually depart from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) and arrive at General Santos Intl (GES).

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

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

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

    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 General Santos route, 14% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 59m.

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

    Most connecting flights from Manila to General Santos pass through Cebu City Mactan Intl (CEB), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 8% on flights from Manila to General Santos. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 145 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 158, a difference of C$ 13.

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

  • Which airlines fly from Manila to General Santos?

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

    • Cebu Pacific
    • Philippine Airlines

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Manila to General Santos 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

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

  • Can I choose my seat in advance on flights from Manila to General Santos?

    Yes. Passengers can choose their seats in advance for both Economy and Business class fares on flights from Manila to General Santos. However, Basic Economy fare passengers may have to pay an additional fee to select their seats in advance. The fee will depend on the airline you choose and the fare type.

  • What services are offered to passengers in economy class on flights from Manila to General Santos with Philippine Airlines?

    Passengers in economy class on flights from Manila to General Santos with Philippine Airlines are offered a complimentary meal and beverage service, as well as a selection of in-flight entertainment options, including movies, TV shows, and music. Additionally, economy class passengers can purchase upgrades to premium economy or business class seats, if available.

  • What travel class options are available on flights from Manila to General Santos with Cebu Pacific?

    Economy Class is the standard class available on Cebu Pacific flights from Manila to General Santos. The airline also offers a Premium Economy Class where passengers can enjoy added benefits such as increased legroom, priority boarding and check-in, complimentary meals and beverages, and a dedicated cabin crew.

  • How do I get from General Santos Airport (GES) to the city center?

    Taxis are available outside the airport terminal, and they are the most convenient transportation option for travelers. The journey takes approximately 25-30 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. Visitors are advised to agree on a fare before departing. Public buses also operate between GES Airport and the city center. Passengers can take a jeepney or tricycle to reach the nearest bus terminal, which is just a short distance from the airport. Buses run regularly, and the journey takes around 45 minutes.

Your guide to booking Manila to General Santos 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average C$ 145, about C$ 13 less than Sunday fares (8% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 36% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Manila to General Santos trip for March. Fares historically average C$ 123 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 73 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 Cebu Pacific. Over the past three months, 87% of Cebu Pacific flights from Manila to General Santos arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 86%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 59m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) is a hub for several airlines including Philippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific, AirAsia Philippines, and PAL Express. All of these airlines have their own designated check-in counters where passengers can check their luggage and obtain their boarding passes.
  • Philippine Airlines has a wide variety of movies, TV shows, and games that are suitable for children on flights from Manila (MNL) to General Santos (GES). Families with kids are also given priority boarding, allowing them to board the aircraft before other passengers. Parents can make special meal requests for their children, such as vegetarian or child-friendly meals.
  • Philippine Air Asia, Cebu Pacific, and Philippine Airlines offer connecting flights from Manila to General Santos. You can expect these flights to have a layover either in Cebu (CEB) or Iloilo City (ILO).
  • Cebu Pacific allows pets to travel on their flights from Manila to General Santos, but only as checked baggage and not in-cabin. Pets that are allowed to travel in the hold of the aircraft should be booked in advance and must comply with the airline's pet carriage policy, which includes proper documentation, crate requirements, and restrictions.
  • AirAsia Philippines crew members are trained to provide special assistance to passengers with reduced mobility on flights from Manila to General Santos. This includes assistance with using the lavatory and moving around the aircraft. Passengers who require assistance with mobility can request wheelchair services and this service is available free of charge.

Prefer to fly direct from Manila to General Santos?

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

Direct departures

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl to General Santos Intl

Monday

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Tuesday

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Wednesday

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Thursday

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Friday

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Saturday

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Sunday

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

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Direct returns

General Santos Intl to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Monday

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Tuesday

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Wednesday

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Thursday

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Friday

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Saturday

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Sunday

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

Cebu Pacific,Philippine Airlines

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