- Must visit
Santo Niño Shrine and Heritage Museum
Lavish former presidential residence displaying period rooms, religious art, and decorative pieces. It offers a vivid look at late 20th-century interiors.
Cheapest price on Oct 15
$34
Average ticket price on Oct 15
$78
Fastest journey on Oct 15
1 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Oct 15
1 h 19 m
Flights on Oct 15
25
Distance
574 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Manila to Tacloban is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manila to Tacloban will cost around $78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
On Thu, Oct 15, we found 25 flights from Manila to Tacloban, including 11 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 15 the direct flights cover the 574 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Thu, Oct 15 the longest flights will take 1 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Z2329
Z26325
5J657
5J651
5J659
Z2322
Z2329
Z26325
Z2320
5J651Flights from Manila to Tacloban depart on average 25 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $50 (€42) if you book in advance.
There are 11 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 02:15, the last at 23:35. The fastest flight covers the 356 miles (574 km) distance in 1h 15m. December is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 356 miles (574 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€42) |
Flights per day 25 |
Direct flights 11 |
Fastest flight 1h 15m |
First flight 2:15 AM |
Last flight 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
The table below shows live departures for Manila to Tacloban flights for tomorrow, Thursday, October 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5J2901 | 6:25 AM Manila | 1h30 | 7:55 AM Tacloban | 0 transfersDirect | |
5J2507+ DG6577 | 6:55 AM Manila | 9h50 | 4:45 PM Tacloban | 1 transfer | |
5J2507+ DG6579 | 6:55 AM Manila | 10h35 | 5:30 PM Tacloban | 1 transfer | |
5J659 | 7:50 AM Manila | 1h30 | 9:20 AM Tacloban | 0 transfersDirect | |
Z2320 | 8:35 AM Manila | 1h20 | 9:55 AM Tacloban | 0 transfersDirect | |
5J2511+ DG6577 | 9:25 AM Manila | 7h20 | 4:45 PM Tacloban | 1 transfer | |
5J2511+ DG6579 | 9:25 AM Manila | 8h05 | 5:30 PM Tacloban | 1 transfer | |
5J585+ DG6577 | 10:10 AM Manila | 6h35 | 4:45 PM Tacloban | 1 transfer | |
5J585+ DG6579 | 10:10 AM Manila | 7h20 | 5:30 PM Tacloban | 1 transfer | |
5J655 | 10:40 AM Manila | 1h30 | 12:10 PM Tacloban | 0 transfersDirect | |
5J565+ DG6577 | 10:45 AM Manila | 6h00 | 4:45 PM Tacloban | 1 transfer | |
5J565+ DG6579 | 10:45 AM Manila | 6h45 | 5:30 PM Tacloban | 1 transfer | |
5J653 | 11:25 AM Manila | 1h30 | 12:55 PM Tacloban | 0 transfersDirect | |
5J557+ DG6577 | 12:25 PM Manila | 4h20 | 4:45 PM Tacloban | 1 transfer | |
5J557+ DG6579 | 12:25 PM Manila | 5h05 | 5:30 PM Tacloban | 1 transfer | |
Z2327 | 1:50 PM Manila | 1h25 | 3:15 PM Tacloban | 0 transfersDirect | |
Z26325 | 4:10 PM Manila | 1h20 | 5:30 PM Tacloban | 0 transfersDirect | |
5J657 | 4:50 PM Manila | 1h30 | 6:20 PM Tacloban | 0 transfersDirect | |
5J651 | 6:00 PM Manila | 1h20 | 7:20 PM Tacloban | 0 transfersDirect | |
Z2329 | 6:10 PM Manila | 1h20 | 7:30 PM Tacloban | 0 transfersDirect | |
5J583+ DG6575 | 9:15 PM Manila | 9h00 | 6:15 AM Tacloban | 1 transfer | |
5J2503+ DG6575 | 10:20 PM Manila | 7h55 | 6:15 AM Tacloban | 1 transfer | |
5J575+ DG6575 | 10:45 PM Manila | 7h30 | 6:15 AM Tacloban | 1 transfer | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Lavish former presidential residence displaying period rooms, religious art, and decorative pieces. It offers a vivid look at late 20th-century interiors.
City museum presenting Tacloban history, culture, and community memory through local displays in a central civic location.
University museum with regional history and cultural material. It is a quieter stop for visitors interested in Eastern Visayas heritage.
Long seaside promenade popular for sunset walks, jogging, and local atmosphere. It is one of the easiest open-air places to enjoy the city.
Main public plaza in the city center with monuments, trees, and civic buildings nearby. It works well as a starting point for exploring downtown.
Large urban park and recreation area known for open space, local events, and relaxed walks by the water in northern Tacloban.
Binagol is a sweet steamed dessert of mashed taro, coconut, sugar, and egg, traditionally cooked in a coconut shell and closely associated with Leyte and Samar.
Moron is a chocolate rice cake from Leyte made with glutinous rice, coconut milk, and cacao, wrapped in banana leaves and commonly served as a local merienda.
Suman Latik is sticky rice cooked in coconut milk, wrapped in leaves, and served with rich coconut caramel. It is a festive Waray delicacy popular in Tacloban.
Upscale hotel dining with Filipino and international dishes, suitable for business meals or a quieter dinner in central Tacloban.
Casual local favorite known for grilled seafood, Filipino comfort food, and a lively atmosphere popular with residents and visitors.
Long-running dessert and snack stop famous for halo-halo, rice meals, and classic Filipino merienda in a simple family-friendly setting.
Tacloban is budget-friendly for most travelers, with low-cost local meals, modest hotel rates, and cheap jeepney or tricycle fares compared with larger Philippine tourist cities.
Tipping is optional. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants if no service charge. For taxis, round up the fare. Small tips at cafes are appreciated but not expected.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manila to Tacloban by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tacloban, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manila to Tacloban flights use the Manila to Tacloban airport pair. Use this guide to compare Manila and Tacloban airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Manila is 5 km from Manila city centre. Public transport options include:
Manila has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Various restaurants are located in all terminals, offering local and intertiol cuisines, including Jollibee and Starbucks.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals, near the arrival and departureas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manila: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manila: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manila: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotels such as the Manila Marriott Hotel within walking distance of terminal 3..
Tacloban is 2 km from Tacloban city centre. Public transport options include:
Tacloban has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several local and international options available.
Free Wi-Fi available in terminals. ATMs are multiple ATMs available in departure and arrival areas.
Ticket office support is available at Tacloban.
Available at Tacloban: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tacloban: Wheelchair accessible with assistance services.
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