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Cheapest round-trip
$406
Typical prices: $404-$649
Cebu Pacific
Tue 12/11Wed 2/7
MNL - DXB • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$188
Typical prices: $264-$475
Cebu Pacific
Thu 2/15
MNL - DXB • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Emirates, Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines. Average duration is 9h 30m
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Most punctual • 82% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 41% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 19% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $493 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 13h 55m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Manila to Dubai (MNL-DXB)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Manila to Dubai

Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Feb 7
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12:15 pm - 6:10 pmMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
9h 55mnonstop
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10:00 pm - 10:35 amDXB  Dubai Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
8h 35mnonstop
$406Cebu Pacific
Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Feb 7
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12:15 pm - 6:10 pmMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
9h 55mnonstop
Cebu Pacific Logo
10:00 pm - 10:35 amDXB  Dubai Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
8h 35mnonstop
$411Cebu Pacific
Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Feb 7
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12:15 pm - 6:10 pmMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
9h 55mnonstop
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10:00 pm - 10:35 amDXB  Dubai Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
8h 35mnonstop
$419Cebu Pacific
Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Feb 7
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9:40 pm - 4:00 pmMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
22h 20m1 stop Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
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11:00 pm - 7:00 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
16h 00m1 stop Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
$444SAUDIA
Sat, Dec 12 - Sat, Feb 6
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3:40 pm - 2:25 amMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
14h 45m1 stop Riyadh King Khaled Intl
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5:30 pm - 7:00 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
21h 30m1 stop Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
$444SAUDIA
Sat, Dec 12 - Sat, Feb 6
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3:40 pm - 2:25 amMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
14h 45m1 stop Riyadh King Khaled Intl
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5:30 pm - 7:00 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
21h 30m1 stop Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
$453SAUDIA
Sat, Dec 12 - Wed, Jan 6
Emirates Logo
3:25 am - 9:00 amMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
9h 35mnonstop
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9:20 am - 9:35 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
8h 15mnonstop
$679Emirates
Sun, Dec 20 - Sun, Jan 3
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5:40 pm - 11:10 pmMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
9h 30mnonstop
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3:40 am - 3:55 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
8h 15mnonstop
$679Emirates
Sun, Mar 14 - Sat, Mar 27
Philippine Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 6:45 pmMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
9h 15mnonstop
Philippine Airlines Logo
8:25 pm - 8:40 amDXB  Dubai Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
8h 15mnonstop
$679Philippine Airlines
Sun, Mar 14 - Sat, Mar 27
Philippine Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 6:45 pmMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
9h 15mnonstop
Philippine Airlines Logo
8:25 pm - 8:40 amDXB  Dubai Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
8h 15mnonstop
$690Philippine Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Manila to Dubai 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 Manila to Dubai?

Round-trip flights from Manila to Dubai typically range from $404 to $649. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $406, on Cebu Pacific.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Manila to Dubai. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 6% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Manila to Dubai?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Manila to Dubai at $424 round-trip.
•July ($581) and January ($580) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 37% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Manila to Dubai the cheapest?

Flights from Manila to Dubai are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 41% 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 Manila to Dubai

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

John Walton

Expert on Cebu Pacific

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

Expert on Emirates

Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

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 Manila to Dubai flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$188
Beat the crowds with an average 55% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 73% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Manila to Dubai

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Your Manila to Dubai 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 Dubai?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 3:25 am and lands at 12:55 pm
    • Latest: departs at 11:30 pm and lands at 9:00 am.

    The flight takes about 9h 30m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Manila to Dubai?

    A nonstop flight from Manila to Dubai takes 9h 30m, covering 4,287 miles.

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

    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 Manila to Dubai flight?

    Round-trip flights from Manila to Dubai range from $404 to $649, with an average of $521 over the past 12 months. Anything below $404 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 36% above the $521 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $493 round-trip via Muscat Seeb (MCT), compared to $518 for nonstop.

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

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

    • Emirates: 82% on time
    • Cebu Pacific: 80% on time
    • Philippine Airlines: 79% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are punctual 82% of the time on average.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $41–$100 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 Dubai?

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

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

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Manila to Dubai flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Night departures account for 33%, morning flights for 17%, and evening flights for 16%.

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

    One-way fares from Manila to Dubai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $412, which is 14% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Dubai Intl Airport (DXB)?

    Dubai Intl Airport (DXB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $27 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • AMEX
    • Autostrad Rent A Car
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Hertz

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

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

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

    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 from Manila to Dubai?

    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 Dubai route, 18% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 53m.

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

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

    • Muscat Seeb (MCT) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) - 15% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Manila to Dubai. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $474 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $555, a difference of $81.

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

  • What airlines fly from Manila to Dubai?

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

    • Emirates
    • Cebu Pacific
    • Philippine Airlines

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

    Flying via Singapore Changi (SIN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 55m, compared with 15h 01m via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) and 15h 06m via Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH).

  • What is the time difference between Manila and Dubai?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Dubai?

    Some of the most popular sights in Dubai are Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall and Gold Souq. These are among the most viewed places in Dubai on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating Manila to Dubai 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 Manila to Dubai flights?

    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
    • Emirates: 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 always check the fare details before booking.

  • How can I fly from Manila to Dubai?

    A few airlines are offering direct connections between Manila and Dubai. They include Philippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific, and Emirates. Other airlines serving the route have at least one layover included on the trip, and it is important to note that some connecting flights are cheaper than flying direct. Some of the potential layover options, if you choose to book connecting flights, include Bahrain with Gulf Air, Muscat when flying with Oman Air, and Guangzhou with China Southern.

  • How do I make my trip more sustainable?

    Avoid plastic bottles and cans during your flight and instead go for reusable bottles. You can also consider booking nonstop flights instead of connecting flights, since connecting flights will leave a higher carbon footprint because you cover a larger distance. Also, go for airlines that have adopted sustainability practices. For example, Etihad Airways has a lot of its flights in Abu Dhabi and are served by fully electric vehicles, and it is already trialing the use of sustainable aviation fuel for use on some of its flights.

  • Do I need a visa to get into Dubai?

    As long as you are traveling for tourist reasons and don’t plan on staying longer than 30 days, a visa will not be necessary. In case you plan on staying in the country longer, then you’ll have to visit the United Arab Emirates consulate for further help. A passport will be necessary, and you should make sure you have six months of validity left from the time you arrive in the country to avoid trouble with immigration.

  • How do I get from Dubai International Airport to my accommodation?

    The only transfer options from DXB to the city center are taxis and train. A taxi is far more convenient than using the train since it will drop you at your accommodation regardless of where it is located in the city. However, if you choose to take the train, you will be dropped at Burj Khalifa Station, from which you can either walk or find other means to get to your accommodation.

Your guide to booking Manila to Dubai 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 Thursday. On this route, Monday flights average $474, about $81 less than Thursday fares (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 41% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Manila to Dubai trip for February. Fares historically average $424 round-trip in that month - typically $157 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Emirates. Over the past three months, 82% of Emirates flights from Manila to Dubai arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 82%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 53m, 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 Muscat Seeb Airport (MCT) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $493 round-trip on this route - about $24 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 Dubai Intl Airport.

    • Premier Inn Dubai International Airport Hotel
    • Mövenpick Grand Al Bustan Dubai
    • Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
  • Travelers have the option of two landing airports in Dubai. You can either land at Dubai International Airport (DXB) or Sharjah International Airport (SHJ). DXB is closer to Dubai compared to SHJ and offers more connections to international destinations, but it is also busier and therefore has longer waiting times.
  • Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) is the main hub for Philippine Airlines and Cebu Pacific. When flying out of this airport, these are good options to consider because they have more regular flights and charge lower prices compared to other airlines.
  • While there is a bus service from downtown Manila to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, a taxi is the best option when commuting to the airport. Buses are often overcrowded and highly affected by traffic.
  • When booking a solo ticket for your child, Philippine Airlines is a good option for this route. It has an unaccompanied minors service, which is designed to make sure that your child is safe and secure for the whole trip when not accompanied by a parent.
  • It is worth noting that of the popular airlines serving this route, Philippine Airlines has the best baggage allowance for economy passengers, with two checked bags compared to Emirates, which has an allowance of one checked bag, and Cebu Pacific which only allows one carry-on for free.

Prefer to fly direct from Manila to Dubai?

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

Direct departures

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl to Dubai Intl

Monday

Cebu Pacific,Emirates,Philippine Airlines

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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

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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