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

• Earliest: departs at 11:10 am and lands at 2:28 am
• Latest: departs at 11:45 pm and lands at 3:03 pm.

The flight takes about 15h 18m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to Manila:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Manila takes 15h 18m, covering 7,291 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Manila range from $729 to $1,215, with an average of $914 over the past 12 months. Anything below $729 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 17% above the $914 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $651 round-trip via Shenzhen (SZX), compared to $1,090 for nonstop.

Philippine Airlines is the only airline operating Los Angeles to Manila flights. 84% of its flights are on time.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $78–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 777-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Philippine Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Los Angeles to Manila flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, night flights for 33%, and evening flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Los Angeles to Manila are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $378, which is 18% below the typical average for this route.

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport (MNL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $17 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Hertz
• Avis
• Thrifty
• Fox

Flights from Los Angeles to Manila usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL).

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 Los Angeles to Manila route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 12m.

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

• Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) - 29% of one-stop connections
• Incheon Intl (ICN) - 20% of one-stop connections
• Singapore Changi (SIN) - 19% of one-stop connections
• Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 16% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from Los Angeles to Manila. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $844 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,042, a difference of $198.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only Philippine Airlines operates flights between Los Angeles and Manila.

Flying via Tokyo Narita (NRT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 17h 39m, compared with 17h 53m via San Francisco (SFO) and 19h 18m via Hong Kong Intl (HKG).

Manila is 15 hours ahead of Los Angeles (Philippine Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Manila are Manila Ocean Park, Quiapo Church and Rizal Park. These are among the most viewed places in Manila on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Los Angeles to Manila flights:

• Philippine Airlines: offers free seat selection
• Delta: offers extra legroom; 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:

• Philippine Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

Travelers can take a taxi, rent a car or use public transportation such as the local bus between Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) and downtown Manila. Taxis and rental cars are the quicker options, though the drive can often be closer to an hour with additional traffic.

Yes, several public transportation options connect Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to the city center. These include UBE Express Point-to-Point Bus, Genesis Point-to-Point Bus, Airport Loop Shuttle Bus and the NNIC Shuttle Inter-Terminal Transfer. Another option is Light Rail Line 1 from Baclaran Station, which passes through Manila and stops at Central Terminal. Free round-the-clock shuttle buses also provide transfers for passengers with connecting flights.

Yes, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) has an observation deck known as the Theme Building. Designed by a team that included LA architect Paul Revere Williams, it is a standalone airport landmark. The observation deck is closed due to construction.

Yes, travelers arriving from Los Angeles who need special assistance at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) should contact their airline. Wheelchairs are available for travelers with limited mobility.

Access to private lounges at LAX depends on the lounge. Some travelers can enter for free, while others can buy a pass.