United Airlines to launch direct US-Manila flights in October

(Photo courtesy of United Airlines)

By Gabriela Baron

United Airlines will be launching direct United States (US) to Manila flights on Oct. 29.

The United Airlines will be the only US airline flying nonstop to Manila.

“Explore the beauty and culture of the Philippines with daily flights from San Francisco,” the airline said.

The airline will use its largest aircraft, the Boeing 777-300ER for this new route.

Only Philippine Airlines is currently offering direct flights to San Francisco. With a report from PNA

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