Busan to Cebu City/Lapu-Lapu City (PUS–CEB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
PUS–CEB is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Jeju Air and Air Busan lead the route. The flight covers 1,747 miles in approximately 4h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 9 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7C Jeju Air | 7 | 738 | 4h30 | – | – | – |
| BX Air Busan | 7 | 321 | 4h25 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Cebu City/Lapu-Lapu City from Busan
| Metric | PUS→CEB | TAE→CEB |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from PUS | – | 52 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 14 | – |
| Flight time | 4h 25m | 4h 45m |
Travel Essentials
PUS: KST · CEB: PST
When it's 6:00 PM in Busan, it's 5:00 PM in Cebu City/Lapu-Lapu City.
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PUS–CEB Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PUS to CEB
Gimhae International Airport (PUS) and Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB) are connected by nonstop service from Jeju Air and Air Busan. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
PUS to CEB Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PUS to CEB ranges from 4 hours 25 minutes to 4 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,747 miles (2,811 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 18 return, totaling 32 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
9 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 14 hours via PVG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Daegu (TAE).