Manila (Pasay) to Cebu City/Lapu-Lapu City (MNL–CEB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Manila (Pasay) to Cebu City/Lapu-Lapu City
6 carriers, 348 flights/week nonstop.
6 Airlines
348 Flights/wk
352 mi
0h 36m nonstop
25 1-stop hubs
MNL–CEB is served by 6 airlines with nonstop service. Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines and China Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 352 miles in approximately 0h 36m. Beyond nonstop, 25 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Carriers on this route
Airline Landscape
All carriers operating nonstop MNL–CEB service, compared side by side.
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
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| 5J Cebu Pacific | 118 | 320, 321, 32N, 32Q, 339 | 0h45-1h40 | – | – | – |
| PR Philippine Airlines | 83 | 320, 321, 333 | 1h03-1h40 | – | – | – |
| CI China Airlines | 68 | 320, 321, 333 | 1h20-1h40 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| Z2 Zest Air | 51 | 320 | 0h36-1h35 | – | – | – |
| BI Royal Brunei Airlines | 21 | 320, 321 | 1h25-1h35 | – | – | – |
| 2R Sunlight Air | 7 | AT7 | 2h10 | – | – | – |
Aircraft on this route
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, MNL to CEB direction.
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12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
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54
Nonstop flights
348
Outbound / wk
341
Return / wk
Connections
Connection Landscape
Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MNL to CEB.
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One-Stop Connections
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Longest
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Two-Stop Connections
533
Candidates
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Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Alternatives
Other ways to reach Cebu City/Lapu-Lapu City from Manila (Pasay)
Nearby airports with service to Mactan Cebu International Airport.
| Metric | MNL→CEB | CRK→CEB | USU→CEB |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MNL | – | 56 mi | 176 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 6 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 348 | 21 | 3 |
| Flight time | 0h 36m | 1h 25m | 1h 20m |
Mabalacat (CRK) to Cebu City/Lapu-Lapu City flights · Coron (USU) to Cebu City/Lapu-Lapu City flights · Caticlan (MPH) to Cebu City/Lapu-Lapu City flights
Airports within 200 miles of MNL with service to Mactan Cebu International Airport.
Know before you go
Travel Essentials
Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
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Cebu City/Lapu-Lapu City is 0 hours
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Manila (Pasay).
MNL: PST · CEB: PST
When it's 6:00 PM in Manila (Pasay), it's 6:00 PM in Cebu City/Lapu-Lapu City.
MNL: PST · CEB: PST
When it's 6:00 PM in Manila (Pasay), it's 6:00 PM in Cebu City/Lapu-Lapu City.
Distance & Flight Time
352 mi / 567 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 36m to 2h 10m.
Getting to MNL
No rail service currently connects the airport to Manila; the upcoming Metro Rail Transit extension is under construction. A metered taxi or ride-share is the most reliable option; Grab from Makati or BGC costs ₱200–400 but traffic can extend travel time to 60–90 minutes during peak hours.Airport-accredited yellow taxis are available at the metered taxi queue outside each terminal; flag fall ₱70. The NAIA Expressway toll road (₱110–165) significantly cuts travel time from the south. Budget 2–3 hours from the northern suburbs during rush hour.
Facts
MNL–CEB Quick Facts
Key statistics for the Manila (Pasay) to Cebu City/Lapu-Lapu City route.
Route details
Distance352 mi / 567 km
Flight time0h 36m to 2h 10m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)6
Weekly flights348 out / 341 return
1-stop connections25 hubs
Origin: MNL
Full nameNinoy Aquino International Airport
IATA / ICAOMNL / RPLL
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Passengers/yr50.3M
Elevation75 ft / 23 m
Destination: CEB
Full nameMactan Cebu International Airport
IATA / ICAOCEB / RPVM
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Passengers/yr11.3M
Elevation31 ft / 9 m
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about MNL to CEB flights.
Nonstop flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Mactan Cebu International Airport take approximately 0h 36m to 2h 10m. The route covers 352 miles.
6 airlines operate nonstop service: Sunlight Air, Cebu Pacific, Royal Brunei Airlines, China Airlines, Philippine Airlines and Zest Air.
There are approximately 348 nonstop flights per week from MNL to CEB. The return direction has about 341 weekly flights.
Yes, return flights from CEB to MNL are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.
Philippine Airlines departs from Terminal 2 (the Centennial Terminal) at NAIA. Cebu Pacific and AirAsia Philippines use Terminal 3. PAL Express also uses Terminal 2. The four NAIA terminals are not connected airside and require road transfers between them; allow at least 45 minutes for any inter-terminal connection.
Yes. MNL–CEB is consistently ranked among the top 5 busiest air routes in Asia by passenger volume. Cebu Pacific alone operates more than 20 round trips per day on this corridor, with Philippine Airlines and AirAsia Philippines adding significant capacity. Combined, the route typically carries 30 to 35 daily departures, running from early morning through late evening in a near-shuttle pattern.
The Philippine archipelago sits in one of the world's most active typhoon zones, and both Manila and Cebu are exposed. Typhoon season runs June through December, with the peak from August through October. NAIA and Mactan-Cebu International both suspend operations when a typhoon signal is raised for their respective provinces. Flight waivers are typically issued 48 to 72 hours before a storm makes landfall.
Manila to Cebu: The Philippines' Domestic Trunk Route
MNL–CEB is the backbone of Philippine domestic aviation. Cebu Pacific dominates with the highest frequency of any single carrier in the country, supported by Philippine Airlines on its mainline and PAL Express regional operations, plus AirAsia Philippines. The route connects the country's political and economic capital with its second-largest city and primary Visayas hub. Mactan-Cebu International opened its second terminal in 2018, significantly increasing handling capacity and improving the passenger experience compared to the old single-terminal configuration.
Cebu as a Visayas and Mindanao Hub
For passengers connecting beyond Cebu, Mactan-Cebu Airport serves as the primary gateway to the central and southern Philippines. Routes to Davao, Iloilo, Tagbilaran, Dumaguete, and Cagayan de Oro all connect through CEB rather than MNL for many island itineraries. Cebu Pacific and PAL Express both offer dense regional connectivity from the Cebu hub. Ground transport from the airport to Cebu City runs 30 to 40 minutes by taxi; MyBus shuttle services cover the same route for a lower flat fare of around 40 pesos.