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Flights from Manila to Cebu

Nonstop flights from Manila (MNL) to Cebu (CEB) take about 1h 13m (567 km). Cebu Pacific and Philippines AirAsia fly it. Lowest fare seen: $35 one-way, nonstop (8 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Cebu

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Airport transfer

CEB → Cebu City, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Manila →4 lounges at Manila AirportTrains, buses and taxi faresCEB to Cebu City: getting into town →

Things to book in Cebu

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Jpark Island Resort & Waterpark Cebu
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Airlines flying Manila to Cebu

Carriers on MNL–CEB according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 8 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Cebu Pacificnonstop fare seen✈ Philippines AirAsianonstop fare seen

Best time to fly to Cebu

Based on weather and travel conditions in Philippines

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The dry season (November–May) is ideal, especially for beaches and diving. Typhoon season (June–October) can disrupt travel, particularly in Luzon and the Visayas.

Peak season: November – May

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Frequently asked questions — Manila to Cebu flights

How long is the flight from Manila to Cebu?
A nonstop flight from Manila (MNL) to Cebu (CEB) takes about 1h 13m, covering 567 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Manila from Cebu by air?
The great-circle distance between Ninoy Aquino International Airport and Mactan Cebu International Airport is 567 km (352 miles), a short-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Manila to Cebu?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the MNL–CEB route include Cebu Pacific and Philippines AirAsia. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Manila to Cebu cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on MNL–CEB was $35 USD with Cebu Pacific (nonstop), departing 9 Mar 2027, found in fare searches as of 8 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
Do I need a visa to travel from Philippines to Philippines?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Philippines visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Cebu?
The dry season (November–May) is ideal, especially for beaches and diving. Typhoon season (June–October) can disrupt travel, particularly in Luzon and the Visayas.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 8 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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