The Best Flights to the Philippines

[@garykelder]

Thanks for posting this. I have made numerous flights on different airlines to the USA. The interesting thing is that you can get to the USA going either east or west. Here are my opinion on the ones I have flown. Qatar - Layover in Doha. Excellent planes, food and entertainment. Japan Airlines - Layover in Tokyo. I liked it and would fly again. Good food. I used this last year from Manila. Cebu Pacific - I wouldn’t recommend it for flights to USA Philippines Air - it depends on the specific plane but the food was not good nor the entertainment. Nice air crews. Ethiad - Layover in Abu Dhabi. Always newer planes. Good food and entertainment. I’m a frequent flier on Ethiad and has used it for years. EVA - Layover in Taipei. I just used this in Sept-Oct. Good service. Good food and entertainment. I took Cebu-Pacific to Cebu and EVA from there. Emirates - Always excellent planes and service. Good food. Layover in Dubai. Singapore - Layover in Singapore. Great airline with fantastic food. Singapore Airport is the best to layover. Flights can be pricey. I haven’t used the U.S. based airlines yet so I can’t comment on their flights to the Philippines. To be frank, I like to try different flights but always consider flight time and cost. It’s best to plan well in advance when possible.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

I thought I flew a lot 👍👍. Love the post. Helpful for everyone

[@jeffmoore9179]

I just completed my RT on EVA and the Taiwanese flight attendants are wonderful. USA airlines could learn a lot form some Asian carriers.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

I agree completely. Take care

[@trailguy]

Asians still do the service industry right.

[@billbixby5508]

Food is much much better on Asian airlines too.

[@RedBart]

Wonderful and beautiful. Almost made me want to stay in Taiwan 😂

[@randellt]

I always try and fly EVA. Amazing food and beautiful bargirls- I mean flight attendants 😁

[@williamm1258]

I will say what you wont. Service with American airlines is poor in comparison to Asian airlines. Attendants are nicer and more attentive and much more attractive.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

True, I was trying to be diplomatic 😜😜

[@richardclausen154]

You are spot on! I have flown to Asia over 60 times since 1999, and I refuse to fly American carriers. The difference is night and day. Asians was my go-to as well as Korean Air. My last flight overseas was in 2015, and ready to go abroad again. Thank you for laying out the current landscape.

[@rogerpotger9261]

I completely agree .. I live in Australia and I always choose an Asian airline because the world changes as soon as you board .. those beautiful, feminine hostess's and the food I also prefer !!!

[@robbydad4321]

That is the plain truth. I avoid American run airlines as much as I can. When it comes to domestic flights, I would rather drive.

[@vgshwk]

@@rogerpotger9261I’ve seen more older ladies and guys on some of the Asian airlines. Also most Asian airlines serve that god awful chicken sausage.

[@stevelawson68]

We always fly Korean air from Chicago to Cebu. The route is fast, and the service from the flight attendants is fantastic.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Totally agree! Great airline

[@Michael-xp9ln]

I fly with Korean air from Las Vegas. It’s only 2 flights to Cebu. Take advantage of the lounge in Korea. The cost is only 4000 miles. I used the mileage system for a one-way free ticket also from Las Vegas to Cebu. I only had to pay the taxes and airport fees of approximately $275.

[@hurleywilson7246]

Philippine airlines direct flight out of LAX to Manilla is outstanding. Everybody gets their own screens, blankets, pillows, 3 meals, and pretty good leg room even in economy. Plus, they are consistently cheaper than United Airlines. Great service. In December (plan in advance), I am flying round trip for $1432 out the door.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Oh wow, nice price. Great

[@danebrammage4330]

yep, 2nd that, just did that same flight in business class, highly recommend

[@dsrrellgriffith1161]

disagree,,,,i have been flying to the PI for over 20 years, Philippines airlines sucks. Planes are old and dirty, food is horrible, flights always booked and passengers bring their whole house with them. I usually fly cathay pacific, and even some of the Chinese airlines have new planes and good service. Chinese airlines are cheap, and i also prefer JAL or ANA

[@edmhie1]

Are you sure you’re not a CCP propagandist?

[@9094sires]

Sounds very high LAX to MNL

[@superbirden57]

I look for aircraft, particularly the Boeing 787 Dreamliner, to be precise. More room, larger windows, and the cabin pressure is set to 6000' rather than 8000' like other airliners. The cabin humidity is higher also, so one doesn't feel more desiccated during and after the flight.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Interesting. I had no idea. Thanks for the knowledge

[@CaseyJones-yj5kn]

Gotta love composite material!! The A350 is a little lower at 5500’. I did United 787 LAX SIN and did 18+ hours after a bit of holding at the end. It felt so much shorter than their 777 HKG LAX at 13 hours! It’s that big of a difference.

[@rogerpotger9261]

I'm an Aussie and I also choose a Asian airline everytime .. the holiday starts as soon as you board ... lovely, beautiful, feminine women !!!

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Thank you, agreed

[@jackmillikin3275]

Korean Air from SFO to Cebu was top notch.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Korean Air is nice

[@lmcc0072]

To the Philippines from SFO I’ve flown PAL, Cathay, ANA (All Nippon Air), and Asiana. As Manila usually isn’t my final destination I’ve only flown PAL a couple of times. They were late both times and my entertainment system wasn’t working properly on all 4 legs. Service was ok, but they’re usually the most expensive by far. Cathay sometimes has decent prices, but you have to stop in Hong Kong and then backtrack to Manila or Cebu. Asiana sometimes has good prices and you can go to either Manila or Cebu from Seoul. They used to offer either a city tour or a hotel room for the long layover on the way back to the states. I don’t think that they do that anymore. ANA also has good prices. We delayed our layover for 4 days on the way back once so we could tour Tokyo. We had to pay for our own hotel of course, but ANA didn’t charge extra for extending the layover. My girlfriend took EVA when she went to the Philippines last March by herself. She wasn’t overly impressed, but she said that it was ok. The Roundtrip ticket was $900. I’ve only ever flown a U.S. carrier to Asia once. I took United from SFO to Hong Kong in 1998. The service was, of course, much much worse than their Asian counterparts. If Manila isn’t your final destination, I would highly recommend doing a layover in Seoul, Tokyo, or Taipei. The ticket will probably be much less expensive and you can avoid the Manila airport. I would avoid taking Air China. You have to stop in Beijing and backtrack. A friend of mine did that and the Beijing airport security took his very expensive camera lens and told him that it wasn’t allowed. It was just a secondary security screening between connecting flights. He had no choice but to give it up.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

I have had a similar experience on PAL. I don’t mind on short or domestic flights, but I do care on longer flights. I don’t mind the HK stop on Cathay Pacific

[@Mr_RD-1876]

It's been so long since you've taken United, have had a lot of good trips with them to South America, you may want to try again sometime if the price is right. You can take from SFO to Taipei and then EVA to CRK.

[@lmcc0072]

@@Mr_RD-1876 I’ve taken United domestic flights many times. I also took United from SFO to London in 2019. The service was ok, but the main thing was that the roundtrip ticket was $360. If the price is right I would take them to Asia again, but if the ticket prices are the same I would lean towards the Asian carriers.

[@Mr_RD-1876]

@@lmcc0072 You have a good point! I'm going to look into those Asian carriers and compare.

[@alexd8933]

I flew Qatar to Cebu last time, they had the best price for the dates i was flying. The seats were comfortable and good service. The only negative was the long layover in Doha.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Right Alex. I always get like 5+ hours in Doha. Cool Airport to pass the time

[@martw5306]

i like the shorter air time so from massachusetts cathay pacific or korean or JAL are good a little expensoive but you get there faster

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Those airlines are often a bit more, but nice flights and service

[@securityvlogger6825]

I booked my January 2024 round trip (Boston-Manila w/1 stop Soule) just over $1,200.00 Delta. - booked last week of Oct 2023 - Main Cabin

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Okay. Another good price 👍👍

[@johnherr158]

That's what we fly from seattle, it was better with the layover in Narita then Seoul but Seol is very modern. May want to upgrade from coach for such a long trip.

[@jimnoble905]

I've flown to the Philippines several times myself. The first thing I look for is if you have a layover how long is it going to be. Overall I really don't want a flight over 24 hours in total. One airline that you mentioned, EVA, gets someone there in 22 hours with a small two to three hour layover in Taiwan before going on to the Philippines. I've also flown Singapore Airlines and they usually have lengthy flights. Great airline but it takes a few extra hours to get there. Singapore's Airport is magnificent. Taiwan's airport is rather bland. They got a lot of the duty-free shops in Taiwan but there is no convenience stores whatsoever in case you wanted to snack on something. There is vending machines placed all around the terminal. I have also flown Philippine Airlines out of LA and the experience was okay. The plane was an older triple seven. It did have an entertainment center but it was very outdated. One big negative about flying international with Philippine Airlines is there is a lot of older people that need special assistance that ride with Philippine Airlines and sometimes the loading and offloading can take a little extra time which can delete the flight a little bit. I'd never rode business class or premium economy. I've always rode regular economy. The price is that was mentioned in this video is a few hundred dollars more than what I have paid so I'm assuming the prices that was mentioned was for premium or business. Actually when I flew out of O'Hare with EVA that flight was $932 for economy round trip. At least one thing good with Philippine Airlines though is that you fly directly into Manila. United Airlines is now flying direct flights into Manila out of San Francisco and I think soon will be flying out of LA as well directly into Manila. Prior to the pandemic I used to fly with China Eastern Airlines, which is a Chinese carrier. We would have a brief layover in Shanghai and then I would go on to Cebu. Yeah the airline was a little bland but the tremendous of side to that was in 2019 I was paid $545 round trip in April 2019. Then I went back there in late September of 2019 and that flight was $520 round trip. Miss those days

[@PaulWorldZoom]

I miss those days as well. I love those $500 International Flights. Thanks for your time and the post

[@yukonjeffimagery]

I use EVA Air most time and like them. Also, Asiana through Korea is a good one too. Fly through Tiawan and then onto Cebu, then fly Cebu Pacific to Dumaguete. Fun fact: they give you a real metal knife ! fork and spoon on these flights.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Love that. I’m old enough to remember the luxury on international flights. Mostly gone now

[@JRINASIA]

Paul, All Nippon Airways is my favorite airline company going to the Philippines and to the States. My home to Tokyo International Airport (Haneda) just one hour away by train. By bus 30 minutes. Going to Narita International Airport takes two hours by train or by bus one hour & half. I rather use Haneda every time. Prices varies during the year. Last April I paid $1500 to Manila and past September I paid $850. My motto “I don’t care how much is the airfare as long I have airplane seat”. Great subject today’s video.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Thanks. I have only flown ANA once. I enjoyed it. JAL many times. Take care, and thanks

[@ThomasRose-mu9vg]

Excellent video I enjoy your video😊

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Thank you very much!

[@lcxb8575]

We always fly Korean Air. The pricing isn't the cheapest. You'll have a layover in Inchon but KAL's terminal has free showers and seats great for snoozing. KAL's flights are into Manila and Cebu. I would never ever consider a Chinese or American airline.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

I do like Korean Air. Nice customer service. Good thoughts

[@LanTran-oh2yv]

Korea Airlines my favorite I love the cleanliness of the girls / flight attendants also hey most are good looking . Definitely in my opinion much overall classy clean and Professional then a lot of others I’ve flew with … But again lol for me the Flight Attendants are just to me what a lady period not even considering the flying aspect should “ look like “ Phillipines airlines is good when I only care about a decent low fair and 1 way non stop flight from San Francisco to PH no stops but definitely nothing close to the quality of Korea in my opinion Keep em coming Paul

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Will do, thanks so much. Fun post

[@namvet1968]

You're right. Korean Flight Attendants are very attractive. Classy airline.

[@jonathonperino8681]

JAL on 787 has the best economy seats of any airline, these seats breathe and are not hot and sticky plastic materials of most coach seating.. JAL also has got a lot of leg room.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

I like JAL as well. Good airline

[@scottb.]

I just got Singapore Airlines from LAX-MNL bulkhead economy for the end of Jan. for $582 ow.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Hey, good price. Especially one way

[@Iron_Brad]

I really like StarLux through Taipei. Brand new planes and very good service for about $1,200 from LAX round trip.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Very, very nice. You are the 3rd to mention Starlux. Sounds nice

[@johnnypastrana6727]

Great to hear that...about to take a flight on Starlux...great news.

[@jamesmarchetti3286]

Good general information !!! I live by Milwaukee, Wisconsin Airport ( MKE ) and Ohare is in Illinois !!! I am hitting like, Subscribed and Shared !!

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@jwillsher80]

Korean Air is definitely a premium, but if you have children, it is worthwhile.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

I enjoy those flights

[@ckSport3000]

The key "FOR ME" is to buy EARLY! I bought 5 weeks ago (Mid October) for a ONE WAY February flight, San Francisco to Manila.. for $622 on Asiana.. one stop in Inchon Korea with a 2 hour layover. I have leaned to AVOID ANY CHINA FLIGHT. ** If you wait until 4 weeks from a booking date, the prices are way too high.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Great advice. Nice route too

[@michaelkessler3487]

I needed this. But I am limited to non-stop because I am bringing my cats. 14 hours is long enough.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Love that. Have a great trip

[@shinnidan]

I take Philippine Airline(direct from Hawaii) or Japan Airline (from Tokyo) most of the time. 😂 most times in 1st/business class...especially when heading back to Hawaii... Problem with Cebu airlines...is they have a lot of delays...especially coming out of Manila. 😢

[@PaulWorldZoom]

I’ve experienced that as well

[@blivit195cm3]

Im in Cebu right now and flew Starlux Airlines, $960 round-trip. I literally walked off my flight in Taipei and on to my connecting flight to Cebu with no layover. There brand new Airbus A350-900s with the biggest new 13" screens for viewing and good food. You can fly in January out of Los Angeles or San Francisco to Cebu for $960. I flew Cathay Pacific round-trip in April and May out of San Francisco for a screaming deal of only $679 with a three hour layover in Taipei. I like Starlux better.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Love Cebu. Enjoy your trip. Thanks for the information 👍👍

[@johnnypastrana6727]

Will be flying to Taiwan and the Philippines on Starlux...good to hear that you consider them a good choice.

[@blivit195cm3]

@johnnypastrana6727 I hope you guys have a good flight. A couple of suggestions for you. Make sure to go online 48 hours before your flight to pick your seats. I got the exact seat I wanted, no problem. I did, though, pay to get a front row seat on my way back because I'm 6'4" and wanted that extra room. Also, if you join their frequent flyers club and you're an Alaska Airlines member, when you check in, you can ask them to use your Alaska Airlines member number. These points go a long way on Alaska Airlines, and with one round-trip flight, I earned enough miles for a free one-way ticket on Alaska. I hope you guys have a good flight and trip.

[@dave1ahc]

at my age I really don’t like to make any layovers in any other international airports when I’m going to Manila, so I often go LAX or SFO to Manila but I recently found out that JF Kennedy airport in New York has a direct flight to Manila no layover whatsoever and it’s cheaper than the LAX or San Francisco flight. This is on Philippine Airlines and I just booked, a flight for my fiancé to come from Manila to here and it was a favorable rate on a nonstop to New York

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Awesome. I had no idea. Great

[@HannibalTheDragon]

I flew Qatar Airlines to and from the Philippines a year ago....they are great

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Agreed, so comfortable and good food

[@normanmcleod7169]

I am a Brit and I know this is a USA focused channel but WOW your USA to Philippines prices seem very high. For comparison ... London to Manila economy return with Saudia Air (in comfort) is about £595 or $740

[@jimbarrow9638]

Thanks for the great information EVA Air it is pretty good from Seattle to tpe

[@PaulWorldZoom]

I don’t mind a Taiwan stopover 👍

[@markcapps1959]

Jim when I go home this April I'm going to try that Eva flight to Seattle leaving here in Cebu to tapai and from Seattle back to my home in Kenai Alaska I'm curious about the layover in tapai

[@jimbarrow9638]

@@markcapps1959 well unfortunately on my way back I had an eight-hour layover so I was able to look around get something to eat and the time went reallyfast. I got very lucky my row of seats was empty .

[@edv1261]

Good airline list Paul. I do prefer Japan airlines over ANA though. I have flown both several times and I was not disappointed at all. Another airline that is worth mentioning is Vietnam airlines., I do realize that the subject is to go to the Philippines. Service is just great and the leg room is much better, even for domestic flights. And then there is also the girls with the traditional dresses 😍. Just absolutely stunning. But I’m a sucker for beauty. Great video, take care.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

I have never flown Vietnam airlines. Sounds really nice 👍 I like JAL also

[@edv1261]

@@PaulWorldZoomoh you should. You are in for a treat, you won’t regret it all. Another one will be Bamboo as well. Someone told me to avoid it, but I’m glad I had a change to fly with them. It sounds like I’m Promoting the airlines but it’s just my experience and want to share it with everyone

[@stanleyboothe4893]

I like Cebu Pacific domestically too. Go Colts !!!

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Very fair prices and decent service

[@stecar9122003]

I have flown on PAL a good bit and I never had any problems with them. We fly out of LAX when we go to the Philippines and we like to look for cheaper flights and we don't mind having a layover as long as it's only for a few hours because we don't want to spend all day or night at the airport. On some flights you can see the amount of leg room that the seats have and I noticed before that some airlines have 2 or 3 inches more room between the row of seats than others have for about the same price so that might be something to look for as well when choosing an airline to fly on.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Great points. Thanks

[@MrHeart1]

@drew5367 I flew PAL from JFK to Manila just this past Memorial Day holiday. Flight was delayed TWICE the very same evening going to Manila. Caused me to miss a connecting flight in NAIA. I had to pay for a new flight to Cebu. When I was ready to fly back home PAL CANCELLED MY FLIGHT The VERY Same Day (like hours before my flight was scheduled to get back home). And then they tried to push my return flight to 5 DAYS LATER! Got home and they lost my luggage (I thought, it was just delayed getting to me the next day). I will NEVER FLY PAL AGAIN IN MY LIFE! And I have been flying for over 20 years now regularly

[@KingRat71]

As a followup….. could you review the layover airports? For example, my wife and I have so far always come through Incheon since we flew on Korean Air (most convenient to Cebu from Eastern US airports). But while it is a very pretty modern airport and it is awesome if you want to shop for purses, perfume, or alchohol. It is a terrible airport for food options. We don’t fly in to Manila since we go to Cebu and Leyte mainly. How do the other airports compare for amenities?

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Great suggestion. Good idea. Take care

[@namvet1968]

I flew Korean Air from Atlanta to Incheon nonstop. Then onto Cebu. Good flight. Incheon airport is impressive.

[@KingNewJersey]

Go from San F or LAX to Manila ~ $1200

[@MrHeart1]

I have always enjoyed my time connecting through Incheon airport, it is one of the coolest airports around!

[@jamesduncan9442]

😊

[@Brutushungwell]

I’m going on an adventure through Asia. I’m flying Delta to Seoul and then Jeju to Guam. From there to Manila on United.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Awesome. Love it he golf and casinos of hehe. Guam is great. Enjoy

[@Adair9800]

I’m flying to Thailand from the U.S. every month. Usually in Biz, but I’m retired and cannot always pay the price they charge for Bus. Having said that, I will comment on Philippine Bus class, only because it was the lowest fare in Biz that week I was traveling. It was a significant savings, but was it worth it? The SFO MNL leg was on a beautiful 777-300ER, but the Business class seats were not 180 degree lie flat, and you are seated very close to another passenger, which might be a concern for many customers. So, that’s a real problem with Philippine Airlines. Although service was excellent, and tasty food (especially porridge for a mid flight snack). The second leg was MNL - BKK, on a new Airbus A-321. Very comfortable Bus class, for a narrow body jet, and just as on the long flight from SFO, I enjoyed excellent service and food. Another flight I enjoyed when I was seated in Economy was on JAL. The NRT BKK leg was on a B-787-8. There is no Premium Economy on a JAL 787-8 (perhaps the 787-9, or 787-10 do have PE, but not on the -8). I had an aisle seat, just aft of Door 3R (not the most aft door). Good legroom. Reasonably comfortable seat, and excellent service by JAL crew. When I fly on UAL out of SFO, I enjoy the Polaris lounge if flying Biz class. Best lounge on the West coast. My experience on UA over several decades, is that their service is up to par with some international carriers (I miss flying First Class on their B-747 from NRT BKK). Clearly there are other airlines that do better, but some do much worse. I like the UA network (largest airline in Pacific), and excellent fleet. Never any issues with United.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

This is a very valuable post. Thanks so much for the specific and detailed report. Safe travels

[@theadaptivefitnesschannel4308]

This was all valuable information. Thanks a lot.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Glad it was helpful!

[@EpicThe112]

There's also the Singapore airlines option to both MNL and CEB. For MNL from NYC in some cases SQ will be half the price of PR127 JFK-MNL in the case of SQ cheap deal to MNL it uses the worlds longest flight SQ21 from EWR Terminal B to connect to SQ918 to MNL T3 in SIN. Among the East asian 5 star skytrax carriers to serve MNL and CEB these are CX KE/OZ South Korea SQ and BR from Taiwan. Cathay Pacific is the unique one among the East Asian 5 stars because their mainline fleet is a Carbon copy of PR active mainline fleet ranging from the A321neo to the B777-300er.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Love the information. Tanks so much

[@EpicThe112]

@PaulWorldZoom no problem at all Paul the reason why I know it because I have flown on some of them like PR KE and CX. Among those three I've flown Korean Air and Cathay Pacific are the 5 star Skytrax rated Airlines that I liked

[@woutergijs5246]

Exactly: booked a flight with Air France to Seoul for 820€, return, in PE ! Okay, I ‘ll go watch the base ball in Seoul. And continue with a cheap regional flight of 200€ to Manilla or Cebu.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Oh great, nice

[@danpenner9424]

Something I learned early on in coming to The Philippines, was there was no chance of getting a free upgrade on any Asian airlines, unlike in North America. So at least now, MyPAL has a bidding process to upgrade in the last 72 hours. Or at the check in counter, pay to upgrade to premium economy. Just FYI

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Great suggestion. I always try. Usually with limited success 😜😜

[@ronbaldon8125]

I have flown 3 times to the Philippines once by Philippines Air, Cathay Pacific, & Korean Air was the last one and am currently in Manila now . I have to say that Because I have frequent flyer miles from Cathay I like them as it was the quickest to Manila , Korean Air was also very good the service was excellent just had a long layover but the service was excellent the food was very good , Philippines Air was the cheapest and was also good out of those 3 Cathay was the best but Korean air was a very close second all these flights were flown out JFK in NYC. I have Flown to Thailand with Cathay and that is how I got my frequent flyer miles .I will never fly a US carrier to any destination to SE Asia . Done that before and service is inadequate.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Great post. Thank you

[@jwillsher80]

If you fly through Dubai, I would recommend a good N95 face mask when changing your flights; every time I have flown through Dubai, I get sick.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

I haven’t had that problem, but see your point

[@alanjamaicanborn6694]

Just flew united airlines new flight to San Francisco excellent flight and service 12 hour flight

[@PaulWorldZoom]

I was wondering. Thank you

[@Adair9800]

Tell us about your flight. How far in advance did you book? Did you originate in SFO, or another city? Was price reasonable (Biz, Prem Econ, or Econ)?

[@tomkelly2024]

I booked Singapore Airlines from JFK to Manila (through Singapore) for late March - $1,968 premium economy.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

That is okay. Premium Economy on Singapore Airlines is NICE 👍

[@charliestride8803]

I'm fly with Cathay Pacific From Heathrow London to Manila Philippines $1005.01On7th December 2023 That's Return 4th January 2024 That's the best one I found for Xmas Paul 😊

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Wow, a great Christmas fare. Congratulations and enjoy

[@chroniccasino]

ZipAir out of Japan is a good airline to scout prices, they have a no frills business class that is much cheaper than other airlines.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

I have never heard of it. Thanks for telling me

[@klrbeech7054]

Yes, aren't they the one started by JAL as a lower-budget carrier?

[@chroniccasino]

JAL bought them @@klrbeech7054

[@1CPickle]

Very informative Paul, thanks.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks

[@WineSippingCowboy]

I usually fly from my home area SFO to The Philippines 🇵🇭. My only issue with PAL in the past was not getting vegetarian or vegan meals especially that I have friends who are vegetarian and vegan (Hindu 🕉 or other religions) who like traveling with me. Thus, I flew with Singapore 🇸🇬 Airlines. I like 👍 it.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Singapore Airlines has it all figured out. Great service. A bit higher price but worth it

[@jeffchipps3534]

I usually use PAL when I lived Kansas City. Now I live in Las Vegas but last year my trip to the Philippines on PAL was the worse flights I had a nonstop flight from LAX to MNL and back a month before they change planes now we had a technical stop in Hawaii added 5 hours to the flight and then Thursday before I was returning to the US I get an email from PAL saying my to LAX on Monday will leave a few hours later because they changed planes again now we were stopping in Seoul, Korea for another technical stop. With this change now I had to call Jet Blue because now I will miss my connecting flight to Las Vegas. I finally talked with PAL they would have airline personnel waiting for me in Los Angeles. After a few hours I finally decided to rent a car and drive to Vegas because they couldn't get me a flight until the next day. I used Expedia to book my flight from Las Vegas to LA. Lesson learn I'll only book through the airlines. Sorry for the long message

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Not at all, I enjoyed the message. It always feels when a flight goes wrong, it just continues

[@jeffchipps3534]

Now Korean Airlines started flying again to and from Seoul, Korea to Las Vegas nonstop. They stopped during covid. Only next trip I'll be research on the flights. Have a great day

[@Airraidcd]

I’ve always flown PAL from LAX to Manila straight flight no layover . Don’t mind paying a little extra .

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Fantastic. Thank you

[@Whitepinoy]

We fly with PAL from San Francisco don't care for LAX got to walk so far to gate. Don't want to be on trip to long.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

It is still ch a difficult flight to the Philippines. So long, regardless. Good suggestions

[@jamesballard6564]

Interesting. Never considered leg travel to gate. Doesn't SF have private security instead of TSA? Heard it's easier and less stress there?

[@Whitepinoy]

better layout of the gates and dropping off people. Yes they have TSA. easier to get into the airport compared to LAX@@jamesballard6564

[@northernbohemianrealist]

11:00 I had one return trip where the stewardess should have used a walker. She had to be 70. I won't take any American airline overseas ever again. Singapore Airlines is the BEST! I have fallen in love with Turkish Airlines, and you can stay to visit Istanbul (not Constantinople).

[@PaulWorldZoom]

I do enjoy those airlines as well 👍👍

[@udirtypuppy5174]

just flew from San Francisco to Manila direct on United Airlines. What a disappointment. Old plane, bad cheap food, filthy restrooms and the worst cabin crew service i have ever experienced. Will never give United my international business again. Buyer beware.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

I only Take Delta if I choose an American Airline

[@cocosasa235]

Hello. I was about to book business class from San Francisco to Manila. So between United and PAL, which is LESS WORSE? TY for the input.

[@hippie.matt.]

ASAP tickets out of the Philippines hooked me up with EVA, Dec 8 - Jan 10

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Fantastic. Congratulations

[@Dwayne_Kelley]

Just bought 2 round trip tickets for 1200 per. Chicago to Cebu. Travel Feb 3 til 23. I use expedia most of the time.😢

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Oh wow, great price

[@Chidoeg]

Very helpful. Thanks. When are u coming back to Phl

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Dubai first, then Iloilo

[@MS-oz2wu]

Thx for the vid. I have 250k Delta skymiles. They want 70,000 skymiles for round trip, its to much. I find one ways to Cebu for $565. I can't justify using 70k skymiles when I can pay 565. What do you think? I'm brand new to traveling to PI & any kinda flying. Again thx 4 the vid.😊

[@PaulWorldZoom]

I agree completely. The frequent flier award miles are high now

[@MS-oz2wu]

70k is like paying $1700 . I can get round trips for $1200. Wow. Are skymiles even worth having. They seem to be only good at highend hotels, which I don't stay at. And other things I can get cheap. How do I even use these? Is there a website that shows how to use these. Again thx for the vid. If can't answer that's ok.

[@alcourtines4707]

I'm in Mass., but you don't mention Logan.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

I didn’t check the Boston flights

[@peteh6063]

Great info Paul… suspected for a while Asian airlines that are available flying out of major cities in Canada give you better service for your dollar.But you should compare airline pricing… Other countries compared to Canada right now, the cost is crazy. In my opinion because federal government is carbon taxing us to death.SEA in 2024

[@PaulWorldZoom]

I hadn’t heard that before. Very interesting

[@jerrymarshall2728]

Any comment on Asiana Airlines? The best rate and shortest layovers from SLC-SFO-Incheon-MNL. Same return, except Incheon-SeaTac-SLC. But I don’t know much about the airline

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Only once for me. Bangkok to Seoul to San Francisco. Very nice flight with good food

[@Michael-xp9ln]

Asiana has a direct flight Incheon to Cebu, in addition to Manila.

[@jerrymarshall2728]

@@Michael-xp9ln I took a flight into Incheon from SFO on Asiana. Then to Manila. Not a bad airline. Nothing too fancy, but good enough 👍

[@johnbergeron9997]

I was checking flights home the other day from manila to new Orleans in may round trip in may for a month bis class it was 3500

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Business class has just gotten so expensive. Sometimes I just cave and get Premium Coach

[@theoracle10]

United Premium economy SFO to Manila direct is about $3,000

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Expensive, the prices are all over the place now

[@trailguy]

What travel dates? I was just online looking at a spring trip and found lots of flights from dc to gensan for 1400 USD round trip. They were PAL though. Maybe that’s a non-starter for you. LOL.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Not a bad price. They are getting better. I hope you go 👍👍

[@petepinal8415]

Thx for a great, and informative blog. It was very helpful, and you mentioned great airline companies, that I wouldn’t have considered, especially to the Philippines. If you would’ve said positive things about Philippine Airlines, I would’ve seriously questioned your credibility. I’ve NEVER, EVER heard a single positive comment about them. In fact, they are notoriously infamous, For constantly stealing from peoples luggage. Recently, a”female security officer”, Was caught on camera, attempting to swallow, the money she stole from someone’s luggage. Even after she was caught on camera, she still tried to deny it. Stay away, stay away, stay away, stay away from Philippine airlines.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

I have flown them a few times. Very limited entertainment. If super cheap I will take them 😜😜😜

[@keithadams2368]

Paul I am in a small hub there are some deals on priceline but you have to take it immediatley got a ticket to Manila for 1500 in feb try to book in the middle of wk,I thought united going to the PI would be cheaper ,its not.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Nice Keith, I’m glad your going. Good price

[@tedrobertson1344]

Canada to the Philippines via Taipei, Eva airlines, 2300Cad return. But, premium economy and 2 suitcases check in 4400Cad return. 😮

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Hi Ted, not bad. Do you pay the extra for premium economy? I usually do

[@JeromeandTyrone]

Just join the US Navy, It will take a few years but you will eventually get to the Philippines for free. "GO AIR NAVY!" 🤣😂🤪

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Awesome post 😃😃

[@dennisw5803]

I refuse to go through Manila airport ever again. It’s a nightmare of an airport.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Corruption is overwhelming

[@kriptanite1]

Direct flight with Philippine Airlines from LA to Manila is the best way to go. However, that blanket they give you, your gonna need it. It's about 20 degrees on that plane the whole way. The guy next to me was wearing a thick winter jacket. I was wearing a leather coat and froze the whole way. I guess there is no heat on airplanes. 🤣🤣

[@PaulWorldZoom]

We were just talking about that. So, so cold 🥶

[@jeffford5571]

To Davao I'm using Singapore Airlines from LAX one stop to Mindanao

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Nice flight. Enjoy

[@JenViscJenAntipoloIV]

No , I'll never use PAL again. They're really horrible.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

I just didn’t like the lack of any entertainment options

[@9094sires]

I know prices may vary but when you say prices are reasonable what are you considering reasonable? I fly Eva but recently they are routing me from Houston to west coast to catch Eva even though Eva Flys out of houston.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Odd, you’re right. I’m seeing as low as $1200 RT from the US. $1500 is more likely

[@touchsmith4630]

Can you speak to? What is the best airline to go to the Philippines from Anchorage your Laska? Because all of the prices are very high. Can you do you add any insight on that I would appreciate it

[@PaulWorldZoom]

I will check. I would think the Alaska Air-Delta combo but I’ll check

[@user-sh8nz5sm5j]

What is best and less expensive to fly from Manila to USA ??

[@PaulWorldZoom]

PAL to NYC, LAX, or SFO Starlux to LAX or San Francisco Korean Airlines

[@user-sh8nz5sm5j]

Thank you 🙏 I had a server stroke after living in Philippine for only 10 months. I have been recovering since March 2023 still not well but with doctors approval I can go home to east coast Georgia. Which airlines will be best? My wife and I don’t have much money left for flights since having to pay all medical cost of more than 40,000 US dollars. Do you know of any help I can get ??

[@jetseat]

You are aware that United Airlines has started to fly from SFO to Manila, probably giving Delta a run for their money or whom ever flies from SFO to Manila

[@PaulWorldZoom]

I have noticed. Such a great route 👍👍

[@darylschreiber7004]

I highly recommend starlux airlines

[@PaulWorldZoom]

I have never flown with them, but have heard good things

[@davidfamily9420]

Is it better to book rt or one way? If you’re not sure when you are returning ok to book flight home from the Philippines

[@PaulWorldZoom]

I often buy one way. I just never know where or when I’m going. It is usually more expensive to go one way Take care

[@marshallhoss35]

I've enjoyed Korean Air...

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Me too

[@danhildebrandt4956]

Are you not having any adventures in the USA?

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Not a lot. Several college and NFL games. An Orlando and Miami trip. Chicago trip. Pretty quiet

[@dennisw5803]

Not sure why Philippines Airline has not gone back to LA to Cebu non stop like you could before covid.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

I never knew they had that flight. Nice

[@johnwick860]

JFK to MNL via Etihad is cheaper one way... don't always fly from LAX or SFO... flying from JFK is so underrated

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Thanks very much 👍👍

[@Captain-Max]

I've got nothing, totally out of my wheelhouse. No interesting story to add, no funny side story to relate. I guess you're on your own with this one... I did watch to the end though. 🤣

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Fair enough! That is a first 😜😜

[@johnkroner]

i got one way to tampa on delta for two on dec 12 1800.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Not bad at all. I do like Delta

[@latch043]

i pick lax to taipei to mactan ...about 600 to 700 one way ...i stay out of manila if i can mid january on about the same watch it close find the best deal ...mid week is cheapest

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Me too. If it is possible

[@latch043]

tulsa ok to lax about 200 ...at times they got that lax to taipei for under 600@@PaulWorldZoom

[@PeeWeeBarnes]

There was a 40 year age gap, sitting next to me on the plane. He stuck his tongue in her mouth 😜

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Just thinking about it is horrid. I can’t imagine seeing it

[@PeeWeeBarnes]

@@Andy-tw9pw 🤢

[@PeeWeeBarnes]

@@PaulWorldZoom I know right. She unzippered his pants mid flight 🤢

[@denyswoodroffe490]

There are more than just U.S.A. Travellers.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

For sure, yes

[@keithadams2368]

Great info Paul

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Thanks very much

[@johnc4757]

Philippine airlines has direct flights from San Francisco to Manila, but otherwise, it is a very unpleasant trip. The economy seats are hard as rocks, and very narrow, the food is horrible. ANA and China Airlines (economy), were far more comfortable than Philippine airlines. Also, it was organized chaos from Manila back to San Francisco with Philippine airlines. The boarding process was insane, and it was about 45 minutes late.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

I’ve flown it 3 times. I will avoid on international flights

[@Dp652TalagaAy]

If You Are Traveling to the Philippines 🇵🇭 Out of JFK Terminal 1 I Recommend Flying With Philippine Airlines. They Offer Straight Flights Directly to Manila Ninoy international Airport. 16 Hours 😁 However I Recommend Flying Business Class So That You Have Some Leg Room. Yes if You Are Flying Anywhere Within the Philippines 🇵🇭 I Recommend Cebu Pacific as Well.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Nice flights. Let that NYC, LA, and San Francisco have direct flights now

[@delawaresurf5422]

Man o man, go Singapore airlines. Top shelf airline and you get a nice layover in changi airport-world class airport which puts any US airport or airline to shame. Any Asian airline is acceptable

[@PaulWorldZoom]

I agree. I can spend 4-5 hours easy in that airport

[@Lu-ir5mz]

THANK YOU SIR 🇺🇸🪖🫡

[@jerrygilley9823]

I am a Delta million miler......they are the only American carrier worth flying!!

[@PaulWorldZoom]

I love Delta

[@scottmoede5316]

5400 us dollars last July for me and my wife

[@scottmoede5316]

Eva air

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Yikes, expensive

[@angryman71]

My family and I just did RT from Chicago to Manila and back on the new UNITED route from San Francisco to Manila and back in early November and returning on Thanksgiving. I was NOT impressed. I have flown DELTA, ANA, PAL and my wife flew QATAR. Personally, based on service on the flights, UNITED RANKED LAST for me. I was very disappointed. To me, DELTA is the clear winner with PAL coming in second, then ANA and then United. My wife was really impressed with QATAR -- got a free upgrade because she was traveling alone. Oh, you mention CEBU PACIFIC airlines. I have flown both AIR ASIA and CEBU PACIFIC (from Manila to Bohol and back) -- both are good airlines, however, AIR ASIA no longer has customer service by phone -- bot only. CEBU PACIFIC has phone customer service. CEBU PACIFIC website was much easier to navigate for adding things like extra luggage, etc. Funny you mention DELTA and "seniority of the flight crew". I had Mrs. Doubtfire on my flight... she was great and things were good, but she wasn't the 20 year old flight attendants that AIR ASIA and CEBU PACIFIC uses. 🤣😂🤣

[@PaulWorldZoom]

I really agree. Delta is my go to airline

[@roberthorowitz63]

Eva is goid flight, j6st bring your own food. Still think Asiana is best, great service . Lax to mnl.

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Agreed. Thanks very much

[@brucemacmillan9581]

Prices man, prices!

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Good point

[@kevinwelsh7490]

why does Philippines Airlines fly small single-aisle plane as shown A320 to the Philippines? Vancouver is closest N. American city flying to SE Asia. Don't forget Air Canada for jumping to Asia

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Do you remember Canada 3000? I loved that airline. Thanks for the other airlines

[@kevinwelsh7490]

@@PaulWorldZoom I don't understand why Canada struggles with our 38 million pop to maintain just one international airline when New Zealand and Singapore can create global airlines.

[@garyones]

Do you have any information about living in Ormoc city

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Coincidentally, my video tomorrow will be on Leyte and Ormoc

[@garyones]

Thanks Paul well be living there in a few mounths@@PaulWorldZoom

[@philipjanek3864]

WTF who cant find a flight shouldn't go 😆

[@PaulWorldZoom]

Cheap and comfortable 🙏🙏🙏