Manila (Pasay) to Cebu City/Lapu-Lapu City (MNL–CEB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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MNL–CEB is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines and Zest Air lead the route. The flight covers 352 miles in approximately 1h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5J Cebu Pacific | 118 | 320, 321, 32N, 32Q, 339 | 0h58-1h40 | – | – | – |
| PR Philippine Airlines Also: BI, CI, GA, MH, NH, SQ, TK, VN | 77 | 320, 321, 333 | 0h43-1h30 | – | – | BI, CI, GA, MH, NH, SQ, TK, VN |
| Z2 Zest Air | 43 | 320 | 1h25-1h30 | – | – | – |
| 2R Sunlight Air | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
| DG Cebgo | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Cebu City/Lapu-Lapu City from Manila (Pasay)
| Metric | MNL→CEB | CRK→CEB | USU→CEB |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MNL | – | 56 mi | 176 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 445 | 15 | 28 |
| Flight time | 1h 25m | 1h 30m | 1h 15m |
Travel Essentials
MNL: PST · CEB: PST
When it's 6:00 PM in Manila (Pasay), it's 6:00 PM in Cebu City/Lapu-Lapu City.
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.
MNL–CEB Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
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.