What percentage of Cebu to Manila flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, a significant majority of flights from Cebu to Manila were direct, accounting for 92.7% of all flights. For the remaining flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 1. This indicates that travelers can typically find a direct option for this route.

What's the flight time from Cebu to Manila?

The typical direct flight from Cebu to Manila has a median duration of 1 hour and 30 minutes, covering a distance of 567 kilometers. Flights with one stopover, however, historically take considerably longer, with a median flight time of 5 hours and 40 minutes. Travelers can expect a relatively quick journey when flying direct.

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

Historically, cheap flights from Cebu to Manila are classified as frequent. This suggests that travelers have regular opportunities to find good deals on this route. The consistent availability of competitive pricing makes it a popular route for budget-conscious travelers.

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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: $57 - $110

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

The regular price range for flights from Cebu to Manila is typically between $57 and $110. The current lowest deal is $53 with Philippines AirAsia, for travel from Aug 25-Aug 31.

now $53

Low $57

High $110

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

Cheapest

Flights from $30

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $104

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Cebu to Manila

Philippines AirAsia

Last-minute flights going from Cebu to Manila

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

CEB - Manila

Cebu (CEB) - Manila (MNL)

Philippines AirAsia

$106

$74

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

CEB - Manila

Cebu (CEB) - Manila (MNL)

Cebu Pacific

$89

$64

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

CEB - Manila

Cebu (CEB) - Manila (MNL)

Cebu Pacific

$88

$58

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

CEB - Manila

Cebu (CEB) - Manila (MNL)

Philippines AirAsia

$86

$62

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

CEB - Manila

Cebu (CEB) - Manila (MNL)

Philippines AirAsia

$88

$62

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

CEB - Manila

Cebu (CEB) - Manila (MNL)

Philippines AirAsia

$66

$55

One-way

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

4 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 5

$103 → $67

35%

1 night

Aug 3 - Aug 4

$95 → $61

36%

2 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 3

$106 → $73

31%

3 nights

Aug 8 - Aug 11

$84 → $54

36%

Popular Airports to fly from Cebu to Manila

Cebu - Manila route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares from Cebu to Manila are near the typical level of $64.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Cebu to Manila, with a median price of $30.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 30m

Direct flights from Cebu 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 routes from Cebu to Manila, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Philippines AirAsia offers direct flights

Philippines AirAsia is one airline offering direct flights from Cebu to Manila.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are available

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

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 28-59 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 average prices rise to $188. Even booking 60+ days out was slightly more expensive, with an average price of $66.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Cebu to Manila is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $53. The median price for this route during the same period was $64. Prices above $118 typically fall into the more expensive range for this route.

Historically, January and December have offered some of the cheapest flights from Cebu to Manila, with median prices of $25 and $30 respectively. While August also showed a median price of $39, it was also the most expensive month on average. The annual median price for this route is $64.

Cebu to Manila: Overview

Insights for flights from Cebu to Manila

How much is a round trip from Cebu to Manila

Regular price: $57 - $110

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

The regular price range for flights from Cebu to Manila is typically between $57 and $110. The current lowest deal is $53 with Philippines AirAsia, for travel from Aug 25-Aug 31.

now $53

Low $57

High $110

The cheapest time to fly from Cebu to Manila

January

Cheapest

Flights from $30

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $104

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Cebu to Manila

Philippines AirAsia

Last-minute flights going from Cebu to Manila

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

CEB - Manila

Cebu (CEB) - Manila (MNL)

Philippines AirAsia

$106

$74

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

CEB - Manila

Cebu (CEB) - Manila (MNL)

Cebu Pacific

$89

$64

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

CEB - Manila

Cebu (CEB) - Manila (MNL)

Cebu Pacific

$88

$58

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

CEB - Manila

Cebu (CEB) - Manila (MNL)

Philippines AirAsia

$86

$62

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

CEB - Manila

Cebu (CEB) - Manila (MNL)

Philippines AirAsia

$88

$62

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

CEB - Manila

Cebu (CEB) - Manila (MNL)

Philippines AirAsia

$66

$55

One-way

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

4 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 5

$103 → $67

35%

1 night

Aug 3 - Aug 4

$95 → $61

36%

2 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 3

$106 → $73

31%

3 nights

Aug 8 - Aug 11

$84 → $54

36%

Popular Airports to fly from Cebu to Manila

Cebu - Manila route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares from Cebu to Manila are near the typical level of $64.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Cebu to Manila, with a median price of $30.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 30m

Direct flights from Cebu 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 routes from Cebu to Manila, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Philippines AirAsia offers direct flights

Philippines AirAsia is one airline offering direct flights from Cebu to Manila.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are available

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

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.

Manila, Philippines

73% AI deal score

$553

$420

Save $133

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Manila

Cheap Flights from Cebu to Manila

Today’s best flight deals from Cebu to Manila

Cebu to Manila: Overview

Insights for flights from Cebu to Manila

How much is a round trip from Cebu to Manila

The cheapest time to fly from Cebu to Manila

Direct flights from Cebu to Manila

Last-minute flights going from Cebu to Manila

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

Popular Airports to fly from Cebu to Manila

Cebu - Manila route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

January is historically cheapest

Direct flights average 1h 30m

Direct flights are dominant

Philippines AirAsia offers direct flights

Good prices are available

Cebu main airports to depart from

Manila main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Manila used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Manila

Best Elite deals to Manila

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Manila

How far in advance should I book a flight from Cebu to Manila?

How do I know if a Cebu to Manila flight is a good deal?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Cebu to Manila?

What percentage of Cebu to Manila flights are direct?

What's the flight time from Cebu to Manila?

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

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Flights to Manila from other cities

Cebu to Manila: Overview

Insights for flights from Cebu to Manila

How much is a round trip from Cebu to Manila

The cheapest time to fly from Cebu to Manila

Direct flights from Cebu to Manila

Last-minute flights going from Cebu to Manila

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

Popular Airports to fly from Cebu to Manila

Cebu - Manila route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

January is historically cheapest

Direct flights average 1h 30m

Direct flights are dominant

Philippines AirAsia offers direct flights

Good prices are available

Cebu main airports to depart from

Manila main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Manila used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Manila

Best Elite deals to Manila

Sep 27

Sep 22

Sep 26

Sep 19

Oct 19

Sep 26

Sep 23

Sep 20

Aug 07

Sep 23

Sep 21

Aug 08

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Manila

How far in advance should I book a flight from Cebu to Manila?

How do I know if a Cebu to Manila flight is a good deal?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Cebu to Manila?