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Cheapest round-trip
$218
Typical prices: $191-$304
Cebu Pacific
Thu 1/18Sun 1/21
MNL - ICN • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$128
Typical prices: $111-$227
Cebu Pacific
Sun 1/28
MNL - ICN • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Korean Air, Philippine Airlines and others. Average duration is 4h.
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Top routes
MNL - ICN
Cheapest • 41% average savings
MNL - GMP
Most popular
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 31% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 21% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Hong Kong Intl (HKG)
Cheapest • Avg $245 (round-trip)
Busan Gimhae (PUS)
Shortest trip • 8h 32m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Manila to Seoul (MNL-SEL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Manila to Seoul

Mon, Jan 18 - Thu, Jan 21
Cebu Pacific Logo
7:50 pm - 12:45 amMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
3h 55mnonstop
Cebu Pacific Logo
6:40 am - 10:00 amICN  Incheon Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
4h 20mnonstop
$218Cebu Pacific
Thu, Mar 18 - Fri, Mar 19
Cebu Pacific Logo
10:45 am - 8:35 pmMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
8h 50m1 stop Cebu City Mactan Intl
Cebu Pacific Logo
6:40 am - 10:00 amICN  Incheon Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
4h 20mnonstop
$220Cebu Pacific
Wed, Oct 14 - Mon, Oct 19
Jeju Air Logo
11:20 pm - 4:30 amMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
4h 10mnonstop
Jeju Air Logo
7:05 pm - 10:20 pmICN  Incheon Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
4h 15mnonstop
$227Jeju Air
Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:10 am - 6:20 pmMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
9h 10m1 stop Kalibo
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:40 am - 10:00 amICN  Incheon Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
4h 20mnonstop
$240Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18
Jeju Air Logo
11:20 pm - 4:30 amMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
4h 10mnonstop
Jeju Air Logo
7:05 pm - 10:20 pmICN  Incheon Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
4h 15mnonstop
$244Jeju Air
Tue, Oct 20 - Fri, Jul 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:10 am - 6:20 pmMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
9h 10m1 stop Kalibo
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:15 am - 5:40 amICN  Incheon Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
4h 25mnonstop
$246Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 23
Cathay Pacific Logo
8:00 am - 6:35 pmMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
9h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:00 am - 4:35 pmICN  Incheon Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
7h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$289Cathay Pacific
Thu, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 17
Cathay Pacific Logo
8:00 am - 9:25 pmMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
12h 25m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:00 am - 10:40 pmICN  Incheon Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
13h 40m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$289Cathay Pacific
Wed, Nov 18 - Thu, Nov 19
Philippine Airlines Logo
1:00 am - 6:05 amMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
4h 05mnonstop
Philippine Airlines Logo
8:30 pm - 11:50 pmICN  Incheon Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
4h 20mnonstop
$344Philippine Airlines
Sat, Feb 27 - Sun, Feb 28
Philippine Airlines Logo
1:00 am - 6:05 amMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-ICN Incheon Intl
4h 05mnonstop
Philippine Airlines Logo
8:30 pm - 11:50 pmICN  Incheon Intl-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
4h 20mnonstop
$356Philippine Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Manila to Seoul 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 Seoul?

Round-trip flights from Manila to Seoul typically range from $191 to $304. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $218, on Cebu Pacific.

What is the cheapest Manila to Seoul flight route?

Manila (MNL) to Incheon Intl Airport (ICN) is the cheapest Manila to Seoul route, averaging $239 round-trip. Other Manila to Seoul routes average $574, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

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

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

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Manila to Seoul at $189 round-trip.
•December ($290) and April ($270) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 53% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Manila to Seoul the cheapest?

Flights from Manila to Seoul are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 31% 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 Seoul

 
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John Walton

John Walton

Expert on Asiana Airlines

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.

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Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on Korean Air and ICN

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

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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.

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Key details for Manila to Seoul flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$128
Beat the crowds with an average 45% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 19% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Manila to Incheon Intl Airport

When to book flights from Manila to Seoul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Manila to Seoul 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 Seoul 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 Seoul?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 12:10 am and lands at 4:10 am
    • Latest: departs at 11:55 pm and lands at 3:55 am.

    The flight takes about 4h.

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Manila to Seoul:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Manila to Seoul?

    A nonstop flight from Manila to Seoul takes 4h, covering 1,633 miles.

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

    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 Seoul flight?

    Round-trip flights from Manila to Seoul range from $191 to $304, with an average of $239 over the past 12 months. Anything below $191 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 23% above the $239 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $240 round-trip and layover options via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) at $245.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $15–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

    Night is the busiest departure period on Manila to Seoul flights, with 60% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 20%, morning flights for 10%, and evening flights for 10%.

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

    One-way fares from Manila to Seoul are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $164, which is 5% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in Seoul?

    Since Seoul is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Incheon Intl Airport (ICN) — daily rates from around $12:

    • WECAR
    • Wheego
    • Yesaway
    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

    Near Seoul Gimpo Intl Airport (GMP) — daily rates from around $12:

    • Yesaway
    • Hi Rent
    • Wheego
    • Europcar
    • Bella Jeju

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

    Flights from Manila to Seoul usually depart from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) and may arrive at several airports in Seoul area, including Seoul Gimpo Intl (GMP) and Incheon Intl (ICN).

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

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

    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 94% of one-stop connections
    • Hanoi Noibai (HAN) - 2% of one-stop connections
    • Cebu City Mactan Intl (CEB) - 1% of one-stop connections
    • Xiamen Gaoqi Intl (XMN) - 1% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 8% on flights from Manila to Seoul. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $231 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $249, a difference of $18.

    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 Seoul?

    5 airlines operate flights between Manila and Seoul. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Korean Air
    • Philippine Airlines
    • Asiana Airlines
    • Cebu Pacific
    • Jeju Air

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

    Flying via Busan Gimhae (PUS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 32m, compared with 8h 47m via Osaka Kansai Intl (KIX) and 9h 45m via Cebu City Mactan Intl (CEB).

  • What is the time difference between Manila and Seoul?

    Seoul is 1 hour ahead of Manila (Korean Time vs Philippine Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Seoul?

    Some of the most popular sights in Seoul are Dongdaemun Market and COEX Convention and Exhibition Center. These are among the most viewed places in Seoul on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating Manila to Seoul flights:

    • Cebu Pacific: offers free seat selection
    • Jeju Air: offers free seat selection
    • Philippine Airlines: offers free seat selection
    • Korean Air: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Asiana Airlines: 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 Seoul 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
    • Jeju Air: 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.

Your guide to booking Manila to Seoul 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 $231, about $18 less than Saturday fares (7% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 31% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Manila to Seoul trip for September. Fares historically average $189 round-trip in that month - typically $101 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, hotels close to the airport you're flying into can be a convenient option.

    Near Incheon Intl Airport

    • Grand Hyatt Incheon
    • Best Western Premier Incheon Airport
    • Hotel Ora Incheon

    Near Seoul Gimpo Intl Airport

    • Intercity Seoul Hotel
    • The First Stay Hotel
    • Hotel M Felice

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