Butuan to Manila (Pasay) (BXU–MNL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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BXU–MNL is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 488 miles in approximately 0h 56m.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5J Cebu Pacific | 42 | 320, 32Q | 0h56-1h50 | – | – | – |
| PR Philippine Airlines | 14 | 320 | 1h25-1h40 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Other ways to reach Manila (Pasay) from Butuan
| Metric | BXU→MNL | CGY→MNL | OZC→MNL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from BXU | – | 74 mi | 124 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 56 | 91 | 21 |
| Flight time | 0h 56m | 1h 30m | 1h 35m |
Travel Essentials
BXU: PST · MNL: PST
When it's 6:00 PM in Butuan, it's 6:00 PM in Manila (Pasay).
Metered yellow taxis depart from each terminal's designated taxi queue; flag fall ₱70 plus meter. Confirm the driver uses the meter before entering; insist on it. Grab (Philippines ride-share) is a reliable alternative at ₱200–450 to Makati or BGC.Terminal 1, 2, 3, and 4 are not connected by a common transit link; confirm which terminal you arrive at well in advance. To BGC: ₱200–350, 20–40 min off-peak. To Manila Hotel area: ₱150–200, 30–60 min. Rental cars are available but driving in Manila is not recommended for the unfamiliar.
Tropical climate with a pronounced wet season (June–November) and dry season (December–May). The wet season brings typhoons. MNL experiences some of the highest disruption rates of any major hub during this period. Cancellations and long delays are common when typhoons make landfall in Luzon.
Temperatures year-round range 25–35°C. The hot dry season (March–May) is uncomfortable but operationally stable. December through February is the most pleasant period at 24–30°C with low humidity. Monsoon rains cause frequent flooding on approach roads from June through October. Add extra ground transport time during this period.
BXU–MNL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BXU to MNL
Bancasi Airport (BXU) and Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) are connected by nonstop service from Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines. With 56 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
BXU to MNL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BXU to MNL ranges from 0 hours 56 minutes to 1 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 488 miles (786 km). There are approximately 56 weekly flights outbound and 63 return, totaling 119 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
Nearby alternative airports include Laguindingan (CGY), Ozamiz (OZC) and Panglao (TAG).