Value timing right now
10-year cheap
~HK$400 cheaper for 5 days than the 10-year peak
Real-feel cost 10% below the 10-year peak
Blend of how cheap prices there feel vs their own history (60%) and how cheap flights from HK are for the distance (40%).
Value timing
Real-feel cost index for you to Philippines
Full methodology →Practical facts
- Visa · HKSAR passport
- Visa-free · 14 days
- Flight from HK
- ~2 h (est.)
- Flights from ~HK$1,133 return
- Time vs HK
- Same as Hong Kong
- Languages
- English, Filipino
- Plugs · voltage
- Type A / Type B / Type C · 220V
- Currency
- PHP
Flight time is a nonstop great-circle estimate. Visa rules change — confirm with official sources before booking.
Flight reliability
Which airline is most punctual to Philippines?
All airline rankings →| Airline | Flights | On-time | ≥1h late | Cancelled |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HK Express | 747 | 80.2% | 3.4% | 0.5% |
| Philippine Airlines | 1032 | 76.3% | 7.6% | 0.2% |
| Ethiopian Airlines | 309 | 71.5% | 6.1% | 0% |
| Cebu Pacific | 2152 | 71.3% | 6.6% | 0.9% |
| Cathay Pacific | 2361 | 70.8% | 5.7% | 1.1% |
| AirAsia PhilippinesSmall sample — not ranked | 30 | 83.3% | 0% | 0% |
Based on 6653 HKG–Philippines passenger legs, 22 Apr 2026 to 26 Sept 2026. Operating carrier only; carriers with very few legs on this route are hidden.
Best time to visit
Best months: Jan, Mar–Apr
Jan
27°
21°
💧148
Feb
28°
20°
💧148
Mar
30°
21°
💧119
Apr
32°
23°
💧102
May
32°
24°
💧171
Jun
30°
24°
💧248
Jul
29°
24°
💧312
Aug
29°
24°
💧289
Sep
29°
24°
💧301
Oct
29°
23°
💧341
Nov
28°
23°
💧345
Dec
27°
22°
💧393
Climate normals 2001–2020 for Manila (NASA POWER). 💧 = monthly rainfall, mm.
Major Cities
Tap one to explore its highlights.
★ CapitalManilaThe dense, historic capital — Spanish-walled Intramuros, bayside sunsets and round-the-clock street food.
CebuThe country's southern hub, mixing Spanish heritage with whale sharks, waterfalls and island-hopping reefs.
Palawan's postcard bay of limestone karsts, hidden lagoons and turquoise island-hopping tours.
BoracayA small island famous worldwide for the powdery white sand and sunset sailing of White Beach.
BoholAn island of the surreal Chocolate Hills, tiny tarsiers and calm river cruises through jungle.
SiargaoThe Philippines' surf capital, a laid-back teardrop island of coconut palms, lagoons and reef breaks.
DavaoMindanao's easygoing main city, gateway to Mount Apo, durian markets and eagle conservation.
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