Flights from Manila to Zamboanga (MNL - ZAM)

Explore Zamboanga City, known as the “City of Flowers,” and one of the most important and busiest port cities in the Philippines. Bursting with a diverse culture and rich history, Zamboanga City possesses a charm that would satisfy the curious traveler. 

With its cherry-coloured beach like the Bahamas’, a cuisine as diverse as Malaysian’s and Indonesian’s, the undying devotion to our lady of the Pillar inherited from Spain, and a language that is almost Mexican — Zamboanga City is truly a melting pot of cultures. It is a diversified city where different religions, particularly Muslims and Christians, coexist, various ethnic tribes live harmoniously, and people have adapted cuisines from a number of Asian countries.

Zamboanga City is a historic and cultural haven where you can witness everything at once. As soon as you enter the city, you’ll be greeted by a melting pot of Spanish, Malay, and Muslim cultures, colorful vintas and woven fabrics, delectable meals, and heartwarming communities from different walks of life. 

January to May, the driest period. Zamboanga is a year-round destination. Unlike most regions in the Philippines, the weather patterns here are stable and it is not usually battered by typhoons. That said, the best period for tourists is January to May because it's when the chances of rain are lowest.

1. How much is the ticket from Manila to Zamboanga?

Airfare for Manila - Zamboanga one-way is ranked between USD 36  to USD 180. The most popular airlines for this route are Philippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific.

* Above are fares for one-way route per adult without taxes.

2. What are the distance and duration?

The distance between Manila and Zamboanga is 852 kilometers which takes 1 hour 50 minutes to fly.

3. What are airports and airlines?

To fly from Manila to Zamboanga, your flight departs at Ninoy Aquino International Airport and lands at Zamboanga International Airport.

Zamboanga International Airport is Mindanao’s third-busiest airport after Francisco Bangoy International Airport (Davao International Airport) and Laguindingan Airport. It is the main airport serving Zamboanga City in the Philippines. The airport covers a total land area of 270 hectares.

Just a few meter walk outside the Zamboanga International Airport, you can access the Jeepneys where it will take you around the airport to the city proper and vice versa.

Just a few steps outside the Arrival Area of Zamboanga International Airport, Taxis are in their queuing area waiting for passengers. From there, they can drive you around Zamboanga City.

4. Some information about schedule.

In present time, there are about 6 direct flight and 32 indirect flights/day which are exploited and operated by Philippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific.

5. How to book a cheap ticket to Zamboanga online?

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