What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Philippines?

Cathay Pacific, Asiana Airlines, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Philippines

How many flights depart from California to Philippines on average per week?

As of February 2026, there are 41 flights per week flying from California to Philippines. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 15% of flights taking off on this day.

How long is the flight from California to Philippines?

The flight from California to Philippines depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from San Francisco (a popular airport in California) to Manila (the most popular airport in Philippines), then the flight time is 13h 45m on average. If you fly from Los Angeles (another popular airport in California) to Manila, then the average flight time is 14h 35m.

How many flights depart from California to Philippines on average per day?

5 flights are operational daily from California to Philippines as of February 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 10:00PM, with 50% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

What airlines fly to Philippines?

Philippine Airlines, EVA Air and China Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Philippines from California according to our data. Philippine Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 55% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Philippines. Keep in mind that there are 18 different airlines that fly to Philippines on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Philippines?

Prices for flights from California to Philippines are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Philippines?

As of February 2026, there are 17 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Philippines.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Philippines?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Philippines.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Philippines?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Philippines can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Philippines. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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10:55 am - 10:35 pm

LAX

MNL

19h 40m

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8:20 pm - 10:45 am

MNL

LAX

29h 25m

1 stop

$628Cathay Pacific

Tue, Mar 3 - Wed, Apr 15

11:55 am - 11:20 am

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MNL

32h 25m

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5:30 am - 10:45 am

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LAX

20h 15m

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Tue, Mar 17 - Tue, Apr 7

12:30 pm - 1:20 am

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MNL

21h 50m

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3:55 am - 10:05 am

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LAX

21h 10m

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$631China Eastern

Tue, Mar 31 - Mon, Jun 1

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LAX

MNL

21h 50m

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3:55 am - 10:05 am

MNL

LAX

21h 10m

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$632China Eastern

Tue, Mar 31 - Thu, May 28

11:45 pm - 8:15 pm

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MNL

29h 30m

1 stop

9:15 pm - 8:00 pm

MNL

LAX

37h 45m

1 stop

$636XiamenAir

Thu, Mar 12 - Mon, Mar 23

11:45 pm - 8:15 pm

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MNL

29h 30m

1 stop

9:15 pm - 8:00 pm

MNL

LAX

37h 45m

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$637XiamenAir

Thu, Mar 12 - Mon, Mar 23

8:30 am - 10:20 pm

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CEB

22h 50m

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1:00 am - 7:35 am

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LAX

21h 35m

1 stop

$644Korean Air

Mon, Mar 16 - Tue, Mar 31

11:30 pm - 2:50 pm

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CEB

24h 20m

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3:40 pm - 12:50 pm

CEB

LAX

36h 10m

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Thu, Apr 9 - Wed, Apr 29

8:55 pm - 1:00 am

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CEB

37h 05m

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3:40 pm - 7:10 pm

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LAX

42h 30m

1 stop

$646Singapore Airlines

Wed, May 20 - Thu, May 28

10:00 am - 11:30 pm

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CEB

22h 30m

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1:00 am - 9:40 am

CEB

LAX

23h 40m

1 stop

$647Korean Air

Mon, May 11 - Wed, May 20

China Southern flights from California to Philippines

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May 4

SFO12:35 amSan Francisco

43h 00m

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MNL10:35 amManila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Jun 1

MNL8:20 amManila Ninoy Aquino Intl

27h 10m

2 stops

SFO8:30 pmSan Francisco

$679

China Southern

Feb 16

SFO11:35 pmSan Francisco

25h 15m

2 stops

MNL4:50 pmManila Ninoy Aquino Intl

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MNL5:55 pmManila Ninoy Aquino Intl

41h 45m

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SFO7:40 pmSan Francisco

$760

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Mar 3

LAX10:55 amLos Angeles

19h 40m

1 stop

MNL10:35 pmManila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Apr 15

MNL8:20 pmManila Ninoy Aquino Intl

29h 25m

1 stop

LAX10:45 amLos Angeles

$628

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Mar 17

LAX11:55 amLos Angeles

32h 25m

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MNL5:30 amManila Ninoy Aquino Intl

20h 15m

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Mar 4

LAX10:55 amLos Angeles

19h 40m

1 stop

MNL10:35 pmManila Ninoy Aquino Intl

May 26

MNL8:20 pmManila Ninoy Aquino Intl

29h 25m

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$630

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1 stop20h 15m

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12:30 pm-1:20 am

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3:55 am-10:05 am

1 stop21h 10m

$631

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LAXMNL

Los Angeles

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12:30 pm-1:20 am

1 stop21h 50m

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3:55 am-10:05 am

1 stop21h 10m

$632

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LAXMNL

Los Angeles

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Mon 3/23

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11:45 pm-8:15 pm

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9:15 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop37h 45m

$637

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8:30 am-10:20 pm

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Tue 3/31

1:00 am-7:35 am

1 stop21h 35m

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Thu 4/9

11:30 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop24h 20m

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Wed 4/29

3:40 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops36h 10m

$645

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LAXCEB

Los Angeles

Wed 5/20

8:55 pm-1:00 am

1 stop37h 05m

Cebu City Mactan Intl

Thu 5/28

3:40 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop42h 30m

$646

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LAXCEB

Los Angeles

Mon 5/11

10:00 am-11:30 pm

1 stop22h 30m

Cebu City Mactan Intl

Wed 5/20

1:00 am-9:40 am

1 stop23h 40m

$647

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Philippines?

If you are unable to visit Philippines during the month of September, then departing from California during the month October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $744.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Philippines?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Philippines from California is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $934. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from California to Philippines on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,061. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Philippines?

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from California to Philippines when you can find flight prices for as low as $973. Flying to Philippines in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Philippines, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,109 per ticket.

What is the cheapest California to Philippines flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Philippines?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Philippines from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Philippines for around $896 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Philippines from California for as low as $820 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to Philippines flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Philippines flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on California to Philippines flights?

You could potentially save up to 74% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Philippines flight.

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Best Price Found	$361
Fastest flight time	13h 45m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Philippines	71 airports

The best one-way flight to Philippines from California in the past 72 hours is $361. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Philippines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $442.

The fastest flight from California to Philippines takes 13h 45m

Direct flights go from California to Philippines every day.

There are 71 airports in Philippines. From California there are direct flights to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Philippines?
Prices for flights from California to Philippines are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Philippines?
As of February 2026, there are 17 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Philippines.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Philippines?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Philippines.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Philippines?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Philippines can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Philippines. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from California to Philippines?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from California to Philippines is Boeing 777-300, representing 51.02% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 777-300ER at 28.66%, Airbus A321-100/200 at 7.98%, and Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner at 3.86%.

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Cebu Pacific	PriceFrom $48	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 208 reviews	Search Cebu Pacific flights
XiamenAir	PriceFrom $343	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 42 reviews	Search XiamenAir flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom $423	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,188 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $428	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,697 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $461	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 137 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom $462	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,701 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $473	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,246 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Asiana Airlines	PriceFrom $477	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 503 reviews	Search Asiana Airlines flights
Vietnam Airlines	PriceFrom $527	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 224 reviews	Search Vietnam Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $544	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 192 reviews	Search China Eastern flights

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Philippines?

If you are unable to visit Philippines during the month of September, then departing from California during the month October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $744.

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Philippines?

What cabin class options are available on California to Philippines flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Philippines flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on California to Philippines flights?

You could potentially save up to 74% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Philippines flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Philippines?

Cathay Pacific, Asiana Airlines, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Philippines

What airlines fly to Philippines?

How many flights depart from California to Philippines on average per day?

5 flights are operational daily from California to Philippines as of February 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 10:00PM, with 50% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

How many flights depart from California to Philippines on average per week?

As of February 2026, there are 41 flights per week flying from California to Philippines. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 15% of flights taking off on this day.

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