Lufthansa confirmed the new daily Frankfurt-Manila service on 17 June 2026 with first flight scheduled for 5 September. The airline deploys Airbus A350-900 aircraft offering 32 business, 48 premium economy and 186 economy seats. One-way business fares start at EUR 1,899 for September travel.
The route operates seven days a week with departure times optimised for same-day connections from North America. Codeshare partners United and Air Canada will feed traffic from US and Canadian gateways. Cargo capacity reaches 15 tonnes per flight for Philippine exports.
Philippine tourism recorded 5.2 million visitors in 2025 and seeks to exceed pre-pandemic levels. Frankfurt serves as Lufthansa’s primary Asian hub with onward links to 12 Southeast Asian cities. The carrier previously flew the route until 2020.
What this means for you
Book early for September and October to secure introductory fares under EUR 650 return in economy. Connect from 25 US cities via United without additional long-haul segments. Check visa requirements for the Philippines before purchasing tickets.
Use the new service for direct access to Boracay and Palawan rather than routing via Singapore or Doha. Download the Lufthansa app for real-time schedule changes during the first three months of operation.
Additional Asian routes from Munich are under consideration for 2027. Track airline announcements for potential frequency increases during peak European summer.