Air France to resume nonstop Paris-Manila flights starting Oct. 19
Dream of marveling at the Eiffel Tower, wandering the Louvre's galleries, or shopping through Saint-Germain-des-Prés? Get ready to say bonjour to the City of Light.
Ninoy Aquino International Airport has confirmed that Air France is resuming its nonstop service between Manila and Paris starting Oct. 19.
Air France will operate the route three times a week aboard the flagship Airbus A350-900. Designed for long-haul comfort, the aircraft accommodates over 300 passengers, featuring 34 Business Class seats, 24 Premium Economy seats, and Economy seating.
Take note that on Oct. 19 and 21, outbound flights from Paris (AF248) depart at 11:20 p.m. and arrive in Manila at 6:45 p.m. the following day, while return flights from Manila to Paris (AF249) depart at 8:55 p.m. and land at 5:50 a.m.
On Oct. 24, the Manila departure is at 9:40 p.m., touching down in Paris at 5:35 a.m.
And from Oct. 27 through March 25, 2027, flight AF208 leaves Paris at 11:20 p.m. and arrives in Manila at 7:40 p.m., while return flight AF209 departs Manila at 9:45 p.m. and reaches Paris at 6:00 a.m.
Air France first launched the direct route in December 2024, but paused in May of this year.
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