Cebu Pacific
A Philippine low-cost airline with an extensive domestic network and affordable international services across Asia.
About Cebu Pacific
Cebu Pacific is a Philippine low-cost airline founded in 1988 and launched scheduled passenger operations in 1996. It operates under Cebu Air, Inc., a publicly listed company controlled by the Gokongwei family's JG Summit Holdings. The carrier helped expand low-fare air travel in the Philippines and uses the Cebu Pacific brand for its domestic and international services, with the IATA code 5J and ICAO code CEB.
Manila is Cebu Pacific's primary hub and its largest departure point, supported by substantial operations from Cebu City, Davao City, Cagayan De Oro and the City of Angeles. The airline operates 170 routes serving 51 destinations across 14 countries. Its network is particularly strong within the Philippine archipelago, while international flights connect the country with major leisure and commercial markets elsewhere in Asia.
Aircraft types associated with its operations include Airbus A319 and A320-family jets, alongside ATR turboprops used on routes suited to smaller airports and thinner demand. Cebu Pacific follows a single-class, low-cost service model on most flights. The base fare generally covers the seat and a limited cabin-baggage allowance, while checked baggage, meals, preferred seating and other extras are usually purchased separately.
Cebu Pacific does not belong to Star Alliance, SkyTeam or Oneworld, and travellers should not expect alliance-wide benefits or through-ticketing across a large global partner network. Its customers can participate in Go Rewards, a broader Philippine lifestyle rewards programme that succeeded the airline's former GetGo scheme. Members can earn or redeem points through eligible Cebu Pacific transactions, subject to current programme and fare conditions.
The airline's main strength is its broad domestic reach, which makes it useful for combining Manila or Cebu City with provincial destinations such as Iloilo, Zamboanga, Butuan, Dipolog, Kalibo and Puerto Princesa. The trade-off is a more unbundled journey than on a full-service carrier: baggage, food, seat selection and flexibility can materially increase the final price, so travellers should compare the complete trip cost before booking.
Good to know
Flying with Cebu Pacific — what to expect
Unbundled Fares
The lowest fares generally exclude checked baggage, meals and advance seat selection. Compare the total price after adding the services you need.
Cabin Baggage
Cabin baggage is subject to the allowance attached to the fare and current airline rules. Check the latest weight, size and item limits before arriving at the airport.
Multiple Philippine Hubs
Manila has the largest network, but Cebu City, Davao City, Cagayan De Oro and the City of Angeles can offer useful alternatives for domestic connections.
Self-Service Check-In
Online or app check-in can simplify departure where available. Allow extra time for document checks on international journeys and for baggage drop at busy airports.
Connection Planning
Low-cost itineraries may involve separately managed flight segments. Leave a generous connection buffer, especially when changing airports or travelling on separate bookings.
Go Rewards
Eligible bookings may earn or use Go Rewards points. Confirm that the membership number is attached correctly and review the applicable earning and redemption conditions.
Network overview
Where Cebu Pacific flies
Cebu Pacific operates 170 routes to 51 destinations across 14 countries, its longest sector reaching Cebu City to Seoul (3,027 km nonstop).
Destinations served
Cities Cebu Pacific flies to, most-served first.
Main hubs
Busiest departure bases, by route count.
Fleet
Aircraft types on record for these routes.
Longest nonstop route
Cebu City → Seoul
3,027 km · CEB → ICN
The longest sector in the Cebu Pacific network, measured as the great-circle distance between the two airports.
Route data · TravelPayouts route data · updated 2026-07
Route network
Popular routes operated by Cebu Pacific
Tracked Cebu Pacific routes touch Singapore, Philippines.
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FAQ
Cebu Pacific — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
8 common questions
- Cebu Pacific serves destinations throughout the Philippines and across international markets in Asia. Notable cities include Manila, Cebu City, Davao City, Hong Kong, Iloilo and Puerto Princesa.
- Cebu Pacific limits cabin baggage by size, weight and number of items, with conditions depending on the current policy and any purchased allowance. Check the airline's official baggage rules for your flight before packing.
- Fares are often lowest when booked early for off-peak travel and outside major Philippine holidays, school breaks and festival periods. Cebu Pacific also runs promotional sales, but the final cost should include baggage, seats and other optional services.
- Cebu Pacific's longest route is Cebu City to Seoul, about 3,027 km nonstop.
- Cebu Pacific's primary hub is Manila. It also operates important networks from Cebu City, Davao City, Cagayan De Oro and the City of Angeles.
- Cebu Pacific flies to 51 destinations across 14 countries, operating 170 routes.
- The busiest departure points are Manila, Cebu City, Davao City, Cagayan De Oro and the City of Angeles, in that order by number of routes.
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