When is the cheapest time to fly MAA↔MNL return?

October is the cheapest month to fly this route, with fares able to dip as low as ₹12,528 for a round trip, compared to July which sees the highest average prices.

How much does a MAA–MNL round trip cost?

Based on 7,185 fares tracked over 12 months, the average MAA–MNL round trip costs ₹43,245, with the lowest recorded fare at ₹12,528 and peak prices reaching ₹194,822.

How far in advance should I book this round trip?

Book 31-60 days before departure for the best average price of ₹38,688 — booking last-minute (0-7 days out) can cost ₹54,456 on average, nearly 41% more.

How many days is ideal for a Philippines trip from India?

A 7-10 day trip is the sweet spot, giving enough time to explore islands and cities while staying well within the 30-day visa-free window for Indians.

Are there direct flights for this round trip?

No, there are no nonstop MAA-MNL flights; travelers connect via hubs like Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Hong Kong, or the Gulf using carriers such as Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Emirates, Philippine Airlines, and Qatar Airways.

What is the daily budget for Philippines?

Expect to spend roughly ₹2,500–₹6,500 per person per day at the destination, covering stays, food, and local travel depending on your comfort level.

Chennai to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, Manila Round Trip Flights | Prices from ₹12,528

Best round trip available now

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RT prices are 48% below 12-month average — excellent time to book

₹22,903

return ticket · per person · 5 nights · Scoot

Outbound

2026-10-12

MAA → MNL · 1 stop · 8h 30m

₹12,528

Return

2026-10-17

MNL → MAA · 1 stop · 7h 45m

₹10,375

↓ 48% vs 12m avg

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Best Chennai–Ninoy Aquino International Airport, Manila return dates

Top 6 combos sorted by deal score

BEST DEAL

₹22,903

10 12 → 10 17

5 nights

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₹22,915

10 19 → 10 25

6 nights

Scoot

₹22,915

10 12 → 10 25

13 nights

Scoot

₹22,915

10 12 → 10 18

6 nights

Scoot

₹24,114

10 19 → 10 27

8 nights

Scoot

₹24,114

10 12 → 10 27

15 nights

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Per person · Economy · Both legs included

Price by trip length

Cheapest RT found per stay duration

₹25k

2-3d

₹22k

4-6d

₹24k

7-9d

₹22k

10-14d

₹24k

15d+

Longer stays often unlock cheaper per-night fares when airlines fill mid-week seats.

When to book for the best price

Average one-way fare by booking window

0-7 days

₹55,990

671 fares

8-14 days

₹46,860

616 fares

15-30 days

₹45,324

1,388 fares

31-60 days

₹38,842

2,562 fares

61-90 days

₹42,561

2,577 fares

Booking at the optimal window saves ₹17,148 per ticket vs last-minute fares.

Best month for Chennai–Ninoy Aquino International Airport, Manila round trip

Monthly average fare · weather · crowds

Jul Dec

Month	Avg OW fare	OW low	Verdict	Weather	Crowd
Jul	₹76,568	₹38,795	Expensive	Wet/Warm	Medium
Aug	₹47,783	₹15,678	Average	Wet/Warm	Medium
Sep	₹42,087	₹15,678	Average	Wet/Warm	Low
OctCHEAPEST	₹39,096	₹12,528	Average	Wet/Warm	Low
Nov	₹49,121	₹15,459	Average	Dry/Warm	Medium
Dec	₹51,883	₹14,049	Expensive	Dry/Cool	High

Ninoy Aquino International Airport, Manila — what to know

Essential info for Indian travellers

Visa for Indians

Visa-free

Visa-free for Indians up to 30 days with valid passport

Currency

PHP

₹1 ≈ 0.64 PHP

UPI / India cards

No

Local SIM

Easy at airport

Daily budget

₹2,500–6,500

incl. food + local travel

Safety

Medium

Flight time

7h 55m avg

Airlines

Air Arabia, Etihad, Air India

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