What percentage of Cebu to Manila flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, a significant majority of flights from Cebu to Manila have been direct. Approximately 92.7% of all flights on this route were direct. For the small percentage of flights that included a stopover, travelers typically encountered one stop before reaching their destination.

What's the flight time from Cebu to Manila?

The typical direct flight time from Cebu to Manila is 1 hour and 30 minutes. This accounts for the 567-kilometer distance between the two cities. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time extends considerably, averaging 5 hours and 40 minutes.

How often do cheap flights from Cebu to Manila come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Cebu to Manila have been a frequent occurrence. This route is known for its regular availability of budget-friendly options. Travelers can typically find favorable prices with consistent regularity across the trailing quarter.

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Cebu to Manila: Overview

Insights for flights from Cebu to Manila

A typical journey from Cebu to Manila takes about 1h 30m. Since almost all itineraries are non-stop, this duration primarily reflects the direct flight time. For the few itineraries that do include connections, the median journey time extends significantly to around 5h 50m, typically involving 1 stopover.

When searching for cheap flights from Cebu to Manila, you'll find fares typically range from $53–$118, with a median of $64. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Approximately 20% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that competitive options are regularly available.

The cheapest time to fly from Cebu to Manila is often in January, with a median fare of just $25. Other cost-effective months include December, where the median fare is $30, and August, with a median fare of $39. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find favorable prices.

The route from Cebu to Manila covers a distance of 567 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This relatively short distance contributes to the quick travel times and the high prevalence of direct flights available.

How much is a round trip from Cebu to Manila

Regular price: $60 - $121

Prices for flights from Cebu to Manila are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Cebu to Manila typically range from $60 to $121. The current lowest deal is $63 with Philippines AirAsia for travel from Sep 10-Sep 14.

now $63

Low $60

High $121

The cheapest time to fly from Cebu to Manila

The cheapest month to fly from CEB to MNL is January, with a median price of $30. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $104. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

January

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Flights from $30

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $104

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Direct flights from Cebu to Manila

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Last-minute flights going from Cebu to Manila

Tue, Aug 25

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$101

$82

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

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$93

$73

One-way

Thu, Aug 27

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$89

$68

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$90

$73

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Fri, Aug 28

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$88

$65

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$88

$68

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Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cebu to Manila

4 nights

Aug 21 - Aug 25

$109 → $71

35%

2 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 12

$87 → $63

27%

2 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 13

$87 → $64

26%

2 nights

Aug 28 - Aug 30

$88 → $65

26%

Popular Airports to fly from Cebu to Manila

Cebu - Manila route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Cebu to Manila are near the typical level for the route.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median prices

Historically, January, December, and August offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 30m

Direct flights to Manila typically take 1h 30m, while connecting flights average 5h 50m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are dominant

Direct flights make up 92.7% of recent routes, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Philippines AirAsia offers direct flights

Philippines AirAsia has offered direct flights on this route recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are available

Historically, 20% of recent fares from Cebu to Manila were considered good prices.

Cebu main airports to depart from

Mactan–Cebu International (CEB)

Cheapest

Mactan–Cebu International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Manila.

📍 ~9 km from Cebu city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$60

Manila main airports to arrive at

Ninoy Aquino International (MNL)

Cheapest

Ninoy Aquino International Airport is the primary gateway to Manila, offering convenient access to the city.

📍 ~11 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$60

Airports nearby Manila used as alternative

Clark International (CRK)

Clark International is a primary secondary gateway for the Greater Manila Area with an extensive flight network.

📍 ~90 km from destination city (travel time depends heavily on North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) traffic)

💸 Flights from ~$69

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Manila

Historically, booking flights from Cebu to Manila between 28 and 59 days in advance has yielded the lowest average prices. During this period, the average price was $57. In contrast, booking 0-6 days before departure typically saw prices rise to an average of $188. Even booking 60 or more days out resulted in a slightly higher average price of $66, indicating that the sweet spot for savings is within that 28-59 day window.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Cebu to Manila is generally considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $53. The median price for this route has been $64. Prices typically range, with 75% of fares being $118 or less. By comparing potential fares to these historical benchmarks, travelers can assess the value of a flight.

Historically, January and December have offered the cheapest flights from Cebu to Manila, with median prices of $25 and $30 respectively. August also presented a lower median price of $39. These months typically fall below the annual median price of $64 for this route, making them favorable times for budget-conscious travelers.

Cebu to Manila: Overview