Manila–Davao flights connect Ninoy Aquino International Airport with Francisco Bangoy International Airport. A nonstop service is scheduled for about 1 hour 50 minutes to 2 hours; read the duration beside the MNL–DVO departure you select.

How much is a flight ticket Manila to Davao?

One-way fares on Traveloka start from ₱ 2,569.11.

Compare the complete MNL–DVO quote for the date you need across the flights offered. Philippine Airlines and Cebu Pacific have different departures to compare, but an airline name does not establish the cheapest ticket or everything included in it. Read the selected fare’s baggage, seat and change conditions before comparing the final total. A Manila–Davao one-way starting amount does not price the DVO–MNL homeward flight as well; include that return date if you need both directions. Distance alone does not determine which fare is cheaper.

Price patterns throughout the year

There is no permanently cheapest month for Manila–Davao. Compare MNL–DVO prices for the dates you can actually travel rather than treating Kadayawan, Holy Week or Christmas as a guaranteed fare rule. A festival date can matter to your itinerary without establishing the price of every departure. Keep the same passenger details and direction when comparing complete quotes. Set a Price Alert on Traveloka for your chosen pair and dates to follow changes in the fares offered.

Daily price and schedule patterns

Choose between the MNL–DVO departure times offered for your date by the arrival you need in Davao. Do not assume an early service costs more because of onward connections, or a late-night departure is always cheapest. Compare the complete fare and the scheduled arrival for each option. If Davao is a connection point rather than the end of your trip, read the full onward itinerary separately; the Manila–Davao flight duration does not include that next flight or its waiting time.

Airlines serving Manila-Davao

Philippine Airlines and Cebu Pacific are among the carriers to compare for Manila–Davao. Search MNL–DVO on your intended date, then read the operating airline and stops on the selected itinerary. For an AirAsia Philippines result, check the departure and full fare on that date too. If your trip continues beyond Davao, compare the complete onward itinerary, including any connection wait. Choose the service that fits that journey rather than assuming one airline always has the most departures or the cheapest ticket.

Direct flights and travel time

Nonstop MNL–DVO flights are available, including Philippine Airlines and Cebu Pacific services. About 1 hour 50 minutes to 2 hours is a scheduled guide; the selected departure gives its own duration. Check that an itinerary has no intermediate stop before applying that guide. A connection through another city includes additional flying and waiting time. Read the timetable for your whole departure date rather than turning the services still offered later today into a permanent daily count.

Departing from Manila

Manila is served by Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), with domestic Davao flights split across two terminals depending on carrier.

Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)

For a Davao departure, Philippine Airlines and AirAsia Philippines domestic flights use NAIA Terminal 2, while Cebu Pacific domestic flights use Terminal 3. Check the terminal on your selected itinerary before arranging the journey from Makati, BGC or another part of Metro Manila. Airport distance alone is not a dependable driving-time estimate. Use the designated pickup or drop-off location for the transport you book. NAIA's operator advises passengers to use accredited transport services and designated ride-hailing pickup areas rather than accepting an unsolicited fare at the curb. If transferring between terminals, check the airport's free shuttle arrangements and allow time for that separate transfer.

Arriving in Davao

Davao flights arrive at Francisco Bangoy International Airport, also called Davao International Airport, serving Davao City and the surrounding region.

Francisco Bangoy International Airport (DVO)

Arrange the journey from Davao International Airport to the exact hotel or meeting point you need. A Lanang address, a downtown stay, an excursion to Toril and a Samal resort call for different onward arrangements; ask your provider for a route-specific driving estimate instead of treating a general airport-to-city time as a promise. Airport taxis use a designated queue under the city and airport authorities' rules, which prohibit negotiating a contracted fare with passengers. Follow the current airport directions to the taxi area and keep the vehicle or journey details if you need to raise a concern. For a prearranged hotel pickup, confirm the meeting point, passenger capacity and luggage allowance directly. If continuing to Samal, agree the correct boat or ferry departure point with the accommodation or operator before leaving the airport; the road transfer and water crossing are separate from MNL–DVO flying time.

Cabin classes available

Read the cabin and fare named on your selected MNL–DVO flight. Philippine Airlines publishes Economy offers for this route. If a higher cabin is offered for your date, compare its actual seat and included services with the Economy ticket before paying the difference. Check the booking’s baggage and seat conditions across airlines. An airline’s premium product on another domestic route may use a different aircraft or cabin, so read the details attached to the particular Manila–Davao departure you intend to book.

Things to do in Davao City

Davao combines city stops with excursions beyond the centre. The Philippine Eagle Center in Malagos focuses on conservation of the Philippine eagle. Eden Nature Park in Barangay Eden, Toril, offers gardens, hiking trails and adventure activities. At Eden, Tinubdan introduces indigenous Mindanao cultures, while the guided shuttle tour provides another way to explore the park. The shuttle is offered on a first-come, first-served basis, so confirm availability instead of treating it as a reserved part of an independently booked visit. The resort also lists Skyrider, Skycycle and Skyswing; check the requirements for the particular activity before choosing it for children or other members of your group. Use the Toril resort address when planning the journey: Eden's sales and reservations office is in Matina, a different destination. Decide whether to spend the day exploring on foot or combining a tour with a specific activity before arranging your return transport. People's Park offers a city-centre alternative, with sculptures and landscaped grounds. The Davao Crocodile Park, Museo Dabawenyo and Malagos chocolate attractions are other stops to consider after checking their current visitor arrangements. A Samal Island excursion requires a separate water crossing, so plan it as another part of the trip rather than counting it within your Manila–Davao flight time. The National Museum of the Philippines – Davao, in the People’s Park Compound on J. Palma Gil Street, adds an indoor cultural stop. Its exhibits cover regional natural history, historical and cultural objects, indigenous textiles and works by Davao artists. Check the museum’s own visitor arrangements when fitting it between your arrival and departure. If you are specifically visiting Museo Dabawenyo, confirm that museum’s current address separately instead of relying on the location of a different institution.

Festivals and events in Davao City

Kadayawan celebrates Davao's indigenous cultures and heritage during August, with programmes including cultural performances, street dancing and floral floats. Check the city tourism office's current calendar for the specific event you want to see; the dates of the main weekend should not be assumed from a fixed third-week rule. Araw ng Dabaw is the city's March celebration of its history and charter anniversary. March 1 is the anniversary identified in the city's executive order, while the programme can span the month with parades, heritage activities, performances and the Mutya ng Dabaw pageant on separately announced dates. Confirm the venue as well as the day before choosing your MNL–DVO flight and accommodation. An arrival at Davao airport does not place you at a downtown parade or an event in another district. Compare the actual outward and return quotes around your plans without assuming that every festival flight becomes more expensive.

Where to stay in Davao City

Compare accommodation by the places you plan to visit rather than assuming one Davao neighbourhood suits every trip. Lanang has hotels around the SM Lanang complex and J.P. Laurel Avenue; check the actual property address if attending an event there. Matina and Ecoland form another accommodation search area, with SM City Davao identified at Quimpo Boulevard and Ecoland Drive in Matina. For a stay focused on People's Park or the National Museum, compare properties in Poblacion against those sights' map locations. An area name does not establish that a particular hotel is walkable to them or cheaper than a hotel elsewhere. If including Samal, decide whether to stay on the island or make a separate excursion, then confirm its transfer arrangements before linking the stay to your DVO–MNL return. Read the hotel's own pickup and check-in conditions, especially if arriving late or leaving early; a flight time alone does not guarantee that a room or transfer is ready.

Travel tips for Manila-Davao

For a domestic Manila–Davao trip, check the selected airline's accepted-ID list and make sure the identification matches the booking. A passport is one accepted option, but Filipino adults may use other accepted identification. Infants and minors can need additional documents. Before booking a child travelling alone or without a parent or legal guardian, check Cebu Pacific's Davao-specific documentation guidance and any permit it asks you to present. Confirm the documents for both the outward and return flights; an accepted ID and a boarding pass may not be the complete set. Manila and Davao both use Philippine pesos and the same time zone. Check local forecasts before departure and allow separate time for your journey beyond Francisco Bangoy Airport.

Alternative routes and related destinations

Compare other Mindanao and Visayas journeys separately from Manila–Davao. Related route searches include Manila to Cebu, Manila to Iloilo, Cebu to Davao, and Manila to Cagayan de Oro for travelers building a multi-city Mindanao itinerary. For more flight options across the country, see all routes on the Philippines flight page.

Why book Manila-Davao on Traveloka

Use Traveloka to compare the MNL–DVO flights offered for your intended dates, including the full fare and selected baggage and change conditions. In the app, Price Alerts can be configured for your origin, destination, passengers, cabin and dates, with notification preferences chosen separately. For a changeable trip, read the selected ticket's reschedule policy before paying: Easy Reschedule does not support every flight, and fare differences or fees may apply. After booking, check the policy and available options in My Booking. At payment, use a method actually offered for your transaction and check its conditions; do not assume that a named wallet or every Philippine bank card is available for every fare.