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

• Earliest: departs at 12:30 am and lands at 3:16 pm
• Latest: departs at 11:55 pm and lands at 2:41 pm.

The flight takes about 14h 46m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Manila:

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

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Manila takes 14h 46m, covering 6,973 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 San Francisco to Manila range from $776 to $1,197, with an average of $944 over the past 12 months. Anything below $776 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 9% above the $944 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $727 round-trip via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), compared to $1,015 for nonstop.

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

The Boeing 777-300ER family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines and Air India. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

Night is the busiest departure period on San Francisco to Manila flights, with 66% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, morning flights for 1%, and evening flights for 0%.

One-way fares from San Francisco to Manila are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $413, 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 San Francisco to Manila usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL).

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon 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 San Francisco to Manila route, 20% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 26m.

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

• Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) - 47% of one-stop connections
• Incheon Intl (ICN) - 21% of one-stop connections
• Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 14% of one-stop connections
• Singapore Changi (SIN) - 13% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from San Francisco to Manila. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $901 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,061, a difference of $160.

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

2 airlines operate flights between San Francisco and Manila. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• United Airlines
• Philippine Airlines

Flying via Tokyo Narita (NRT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 17h 39m, compared with 18h 37m via Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) and 18h 45m via Hong Kong Intl (HKG).

Manila is 15 hours ahead of San Francisco (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 San Francisco to Manila flights:

• Philippine Airlines: offers free seat selection
• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• ANA: offers free seat selection
• Singapore Airlines: 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.

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
• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• ANA: 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.

Bona fide tourists may drive in the Philippines for up to 90 days with a valid foreign driver's license. If the license is not in English, it must be accompanied by an official English translation issued by the embassy of the traveler's country in the Philippines.

A self-guided walking tour is one way to learn more about the airport and its amenities. InMotion Entertainment also sells technology products and accessories in the International Terminal and Terminal 3.

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) offers several accessible services. TTY telephones for travelers with hearing impairments are located on the Departures and Arrivals levels of Harvey Milk Terminal 1, the International Terminal and Terminal 3. Audio and visual paging services are available throughout the airport and ramps are accessible across the terminals and public areas for travelers with reduced mobility. Wheelchair assistance can be requested through the airline before travel and travelers with wheelchair or other special-service requests can also speak with an airline representative at the airport.

SFO offers several parking options, including the Domestic Garage, International Garages A and G, the Long-Term Surface Lot and the Long-Term Parking Lot. The most affordable option is long-term parking, which provides secure space for vehicles up to 8 feet 2 inches. The Long-Term Parking Lot is on the north side of the terminals and is accessible from Highways 101 and 380.