Kuala Lumpur to Manila flights
Direct and connecting flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Kuala Lumpur to Manila take?
Flight time from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Manila (MNL) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Kuala Lumpur to Manila?
Airline availability for KUL to MNL changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Manila?
Direct (nonstop) availability on KUL to MNL varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Philippine Airlines5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- Malaysia Airlines5-yr attributed events: 3Last 90 days: none recorded
- AirAsia5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- Cebu Pacific5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Philippine Airlines | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| Malaysia Airlines | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| AirAsia | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| Cebu Pacific | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning KUL → MNL
KUL to MNL is a medium-haul route of 2,490 km (1,547 mi). See the return MNL → KUL route.
Alternative airports near Kuala Lumpur: Kuala Lumpur (SZB) — 46 km, Malacca (MKZ) — 81 km.
Alternative airports near Manila: Olongapo City (SFS) — 87 km, Angeles City (CRK) — 90 km.