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Cheapest round-trip
$256
Typical prices: $235-$392
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Thu 4/5Mon 4/16
MNL - ENI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$168
Typical prices: $144-$213
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Sat 2/10
MNL - ENI • 1 stop
Avoid delays
Cebu Pacific
Most punctual • 94% on-time
Morning
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
22 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 44% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 29% price drop
February
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Boracay Godofredo P. Ramos (MPH)
Cheapest • Avg $350 (round-trip)
Cebu City Mactan Intl (CEB)
Shortest trip • 5h 12m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Manila to El Nido (MNL-ENI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Manila to El Nido

Mon, Apr 5 - Fri, Apr 16
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1:30 pm - 5:00 pmMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-ENI El Nido
3h 30m1 stop Boracay Godofredo P. Ramos
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4:40 pm - 10:25 pmENI  El Nido-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
5h 45m1 stop Cebu City Mactan Intl
$256Multiple Airlines
Sun, Apr 4 - Fri, Apr 16
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12:10 pm - 5:00 pmMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-ENI El Nido
4h 50m1 stop Boracay Godofredo P. Ramos
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4:40 pm - 10:25 pmENI  El Nido-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
5h 45m1 stop Cebu City Mactan Intl
$257Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Sun, Dec 13
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10:30 pm - 6:00 amMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-ENI El Nido
7h 30m1 stop Cebu City Mactan Intl
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5:50 am - 12:00 pmENI  El Nido-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
6h 10m1 stop Cebu City Mactan Intl
$267Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Mon, Dec 14
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12:00 am - 6:00 amMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-ENI El Nido
6h 00m1 stop Cebu City Mactan Intl
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7:55 pm - 3:10 amENI  El Nido-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
7h 15m1 stop Cebu City Mactan Intl
$280Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 31 - Fri, Feb 5
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12:00 am - 6:00 amMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-ENI El Nido
6h 00m1 stop Cebu City Mactan Intl
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4:40 pm - 12:45 amENI  El Nido-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
8h 05m1 stop Cebu City Mactan Intl
$281Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 25
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12:00 am - 6:00 amMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-ENI El Nido
6h 00m1 stop Cebu City Mactan Intl
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6:20 am - 10:45 amENI  El Nido-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
4h 25m1 stop Cebu City Mactan Intl
$284Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 17 - Thu, Jan 21
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12:00 am - 6:00 amMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-ENI El Nido
6h 00m1 stop Cebu City Mactan Intl
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5:50 am - 12:00 pmENI  El Nido-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
6h 10m1 stop Cebu City Mactan Intl
$287Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Sun, Dec 13
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10:30 pm - 6:00 amMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-ENI El Nido
7h 30m1 stop Cebu City Mactan Intl
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12:05 pm - 11:20 pmENI  El Nido-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
11h 15m2 stops Busuanga Cebu City Mactan Intl
$290Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 25
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11:10 pm - 6:00 amMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-ENI El Nido
6h 50m1 stop Cebu City Mactan Intl
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6:20 am - 10:45 amENI  El Nido-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
4h 25m1 stop Cebu City Mactan Intl
$290Multiple Airlines
Fri, Apr 30 - Wed, May 5
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8:15 am - 5:00 pmMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-ENI El Nido
8h 45m1 stop Boracay Godofredo P. Ramos
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6:50 am - 4:05 pmENI  El Nido-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
9h 15m1 stop Cebu City Mactan Intl
$390Cebu Pacific
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Price, demand and travel trends for Manila to El Nido flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Manila to El Nido. It’s 4% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Manila to El Nido?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Manila to El Nido at $221 round-trip.
•December ($357) and November ($350) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 61% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Manila to El Nido the cheapest?

Flights from Manila to El Nido are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 44% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Manila to El Nido flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$168
Beat the crowds with an average 53% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 63% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Manila to El Nido

When to book flights from Manila to El Nido

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

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

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Manila to El Nido.

  • How long is a flight from Manila to El Nido?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Manila to El Nido. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 17m and 7h 43m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Manila to El Nido?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

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

    Round-trip flights from Manila to El Nido range from $235 to $392, with an average of $313 over the past 12 months. Anything below $235 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Manila to El Nido flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 30% above the $313 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $253 round-trip, compared to $350 via a layover through Boracay Godofredo P. Ramos (MPH).

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

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by AirSWIFT and Cebu Pacific. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330-900neo variants.

  • Have flight prices from Manila to El Nido 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 $256 to $811. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Manila to El Nido are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $172, which is 9% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flights from Manila to El Nido usually depart from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) and arrive at El Nido (ENI).

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

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

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Manila to El Nido?

    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 El Nido route, 12% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 37m.

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

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

    • Cebu City Mactan Intl (CEB) - 86% of one-stop connections
    • Boracay Godofredo P. Ramos (MPH) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Bohol–Panglao Intl (TAG) - 2% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 11% on flights from Manila to El Nido. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $303 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $338, a difference of $35.

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

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

    Flying via Boracay Godofredo P. Ramos (MPH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 17m, compared with 5h 12m via Cebu City Mactan Intl (CEB) and 7h 43m via Bohol–Panglao Intl (TAG).

Your guide to booking Manila to El Nido 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Friday flights average $303, about $35 less than Saturday fares (10% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 44% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Manila to El Nido trip for September. Fares historically average $221 round-trip in that month - typically $136 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, 94% of Cebu Pacific flights from Manila to El Nido arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 88%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 37m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to El Nido Airport.

    • Seda Lio El Nido Palawan
    • Charlie's El Nido Managed by HII
    • Cadlao Resort And Restaurant

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