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What to know about flights from Cebu to Manila?

The distance between Cebu and Manila is approximately 567.91 km. It takes around 1 hour 28 minutes on average to fly from Cebu to Manila. Based on Trip.com's data, travel demand peaks in July. The cheapest month to book is September.

Cheapest one-way
$32
Philippines AirAsia Philippines AirAsia CEB-MNL 1h 25m · Nonstop Thu, Oct 1
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Cheapest round-trip
$46
Philippines AirAsia Philippines AirAsia CEB-MNL 1h 20m · Nonstop Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6
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Philippines AirAsia Philippines AirAsia Cheapest · From $32 Cebu Pacific Cebu Pacific Most booked
When to travel
February
Cheapest
July
Peak season for travel
Route details
567.91 km
Flight distance
1h 28m
Average flight time

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Cebu to Manila over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from $32 and round-trip from $46. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

      • Cheapest nonstop
        CEB 6:15 PM
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        MNL 7:35 PM
        Cebu - Manila | Fri, Oct 2 | Philippines AirAsia
        MNL 4:00 PM
        1h 25m
        Nonstop
        CEB 5:25 PM
        Manila - Cebu | Tue, Oct 6 | Philippines AirAsia
        $46 $71
        35% off
        35% off
        $71 $46
      • CEB 5:10 AM
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        MNL 6:30 AM
        Cebu - Manila | Mon, Oct 5 | Philippines AirAsia
        MNL 8:00 PM
        1h 30m
        Nonstop
        CEB 9:30 PM
        Manila - Cebu | Thu, Oct 8 | Philippines AirAsia
        $46 $71
        35% off
        35% off
        $71 $46
      • CEB 8:55 PM
        1h 30m
        Nonstop
        MNL 10:25 PM
        Cebu - Manila | Tue, Oct 6 | Philippines AirAsia
        MNL 8:00 PM
        1h 30m
        Nonstop
        CEB 9:30 PM
        Manila - Cebu | Fri, Oct 9 | Philippines AirAsia
        $46 $71
        35% off
        35% off
        $71 $46
      • CEB 12:40 AM
        1h 35m
        Nonstop
        MNL 2:15 AM
        Cebu - Manila | Fri, Oct 2 | Cebu Pacific
        MNL 10:45 PM
        1h 35m
        Nonstop
        CEB 12:20 AM
        Manila - Cebu | Tue, Oct 6 | Cebu Pacific
        $48
        32% off
        $71 $48
      • CEB 12:05 AM
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        MNL 1:25 AM
        Cebu - Manila | Fri, Oct 2 | Philippine Airlines
        MNL 10:05 PM
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        CEB 11:25 PM
        Manila - Cebu | Tue, Oct 6 | Philippine Airlines
        $48
        32% off
        $71 $48
      • CEB 9:45 PM
        1h 35m
        Nonstop
        MNL 11:20 PM
        Cebu - Manila | Tue, Oct 6 | Cebu Pacific
        MNL 6:50 PM
        1h 35m
        Nonstop
        CEB 8:25 PM
        Manila - Cebu | Fri, Oct 9 | Cebu Pacific
        $50
        30% off
        $71 $50
      • CEB 2:10 AM
        1h 35m
        Nonstop
        MNL 3:45 AM
        Cebu - Manila | Mon, Oct 5 | Cebu Pacific
        MNL 8:00 PM
        1h 30m
        Nonstop
        CEB 9:30 PM
        Manila - Cebu | Thu, Oct 8 | Philippines AirAsia
        $50
        30% off
        $71 $50
      • CEB 12:05 AM
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        MNL 1:25 AM
        Cebu - Manila | Tue, Oct 6 | Philippine Airlines
        MNL 7:40 PM
        1h 30m
        Nonstop
        CEB 9:10 PM
        Manila - Cebu | Fri, Oct 9 | Philippine Airlines
        $51
        28% off
        $71 $51
      • CEB 10:25 PM
        1h 25m
        Nonstop
        MNL 11:50 PM
        Cebu - Manila | Mon, Oct 5 | Philippine Airlines
        MNL 7:40 PM
        1h 30m
        Nonstop
        CEB 9:10 PM
        Manila - Cebu | Thu, Oct 8 | Philippine Airlines
        $53
        25% off
        $71 $53
      • CEB 6:25 AM
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        MNL 7:45 AM
        Cebu - Manila | Fri, Sep 25 | Philippines AirAsia
        MNL 8:00 PM
        1h 30m
        Nonstop
        CEB 9:30 PM
        Manila - Cebu | Thu, Oct 1 | Philippines AirAsia
        $56
        21% off
        $71 $56
      • CEB 1:00 PM
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        MNL 2:00 PM
        Cebu - Manila | Thu, Sep 10 | Normal Airline
        MNL 3:00 PM
        6h
        Nonstop
        CEB 4:00 PM
        Manila - Cebu | Sat, Sep 12 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        CEB 10:00 PM
        1h 25m
        Nonstop
        MNL 11:25 PM
        Cebu - Manila | Thu, Oct 1 | Philippines AirAsia
        $32 $42
        24% off
        24% off
        $42 $32
      • CEB 6:15 PM
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        MNL 7:35 PM
        Cebu - Manila | Thu, Oct 22 | Philippines AirAsia
        $32 $42
        24% off
        24% off
        $42 $32
      • CEB 10:00 PM
        1h 25m
        Nonstop
        MNL 11:25 PM
        Cebu - Manila | Wed, Sep 30 | Philippines AirAsia
        $32 $42
        24% off
        24% off
        $42 $32
      • CEB 12:40 AM
        1h 35m
        Nonstop
        MNL 2:15 AM
        Cebu - Manila | Thu, Oct 1 | Cebu Pacific
        $33
        21% off
        $42 $33
      • CEB 11:40 PM
        1h 35m
        Nonstop
        MNL 1:15 AM
        Cebu - Manila | Wed, Sep 30 | Cebu Pacific
        $33
        21% off
        $42 $33
      • CEB 10:00 PM
        1h 25m
        Nonstop
        MNL 11:25 PM
        Cebu - Manila | Fri, Oct 9 | Philippines AirAsia
        $33
        21% off
        $42 $33
      • CEB 10:40 PM
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        MNL 12:00 AM
        Cebu - Manila | Sun, Oct 11 | Philippines AirAsia
        $33
        21% off
        $42 $33
      • CEB 10:00 PM
        1h 25m
        Nonstop
        MNL 11:25 PM
        Cebu - Manila | Sun, Oct 4 | Philippines AirAsia
        $33
        21% off
        $42 $33
      • CEB 10:40 PM
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        MNL 12:00 AM
        Cebu - Manila | Mon, Oct 5 | Philippines AirAsia
        $33
        21% off
        $42 $33
      • CEB 10:00 PM
        1h 25m
        Nonstop
        MNL 11:25 PM
        Cebu - Manila | Tue, Oct 6 | Philippines AirAsia
        $33
        21% off
        $42 $33
      • CEB 1:00 PM
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        MNL 2:00 PM
        Cebu - Manila | Thu, Sep 10 | Normal Airline
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Flights from Cebu to Manila operate an average of 73 times per day over the past 7 days, with a 56.3% on-time departure rate and a 75.8% on-time arrival rate.
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Expert Picks: Flights from Cebu to Manila

Find your perfect flight from Cebu to Manila, tailored just for you.

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Cebu Pacific is great if you're on a budget. The tickets are cheap, and the crew is very welcoming.
Cebu Pacific
CEB 12:05 AM
1h 35m Nonstop
MNL 1:40 AM
Tue, Oct 13 Cebu - Manila Cebu Pacific
$24
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Best for island hopping on a budget. Reliable, frequent, and perfect for exploring the Philippines without overspending.
Philippines AirAsia
CEB 10:00 PM
1h 25m Nonstop
MNL 11:25 PM
Wed, Sep 23 Cebu - Manila Philippines AirAsia
$29
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The vacation mode starts the moment you step on board. With its signature tropical warmth and island spirit, every flight feels like the beginning of a true getaway.
Philippine Airlines
CEB 12:05 AM
1h 20m Nonstop
MNL 1:25 AM
Fri, Oct 9 Cebu - Manila Philippine Airlines
$31

Which airlines are the most popular for Cebu to Manila flights?

The most popular airlines flying from Cebu to Manila are Cebu Pacific, Philippines AirAsia, and Philippine Airlines, among 3 carriers on this route. Philippines AirAsia offers the lowest fares. Based on Trip.com's flight booking data from the previous 12 months.
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Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Cebu to Manila according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Trip.com price insights on flights from Cebu to Manila

Which month has the cheapest one-way flights from Cebu to Manila?

The average price of one-way flights from Cebu to Manila purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from Cebu to Manila is February, with an average price of $18; while the month with the highest flight price is usually July, with an average price of up to $25.

$25
$22
$18
$15
    Cheapest
  • $22
    Sep
  • $23
    Oct
  • $23
    Nov
  • $21
    Dec
  • $20
    Jan
  • $18
    Feb
  • $19
    Mar
  • $22
    Apr
  • $24
    May
  • $23
    Jun
  • $25
    Jul
  • $25
    Aug

What is the cheapest month for round-trip flights from Cebu to Manila?

Average price of round-trip flights from Cebu to Manila purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months

According to historical data from Trip.com, the lowest prices for flights from Cebu to Manila are found during February, with an average price of $44. Conversely, the highest prices are found during June, with an average price of up to $94.

$94
$69
$44
$19
    Cheapest
  • $73
    Sep
  • $59
    Oct
  • $58
    Nov
  • $55
    Dec
  • $50
    Jan
  • $44
    Feb
  • $47
    Mar
  • $88
    Apr
  • $89
    May
  • $94
    Jun
  • $70
    Jul
  • $69
    Aug

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cebu to Manila (CEB-MNL)?

    Based on Trip.com data, Philippines AirAsia offers one-way fares as low as $32 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. CEB to MNL on Thu, Oct 1), while Philippines AirAsia offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $46 departing on Fri, Oct 2 and returning on Tue, Oct 6.
  • At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Cebu to Manila with the following airlines, including: Cebu Pacific Philippines AirAsia Philippine Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes around 1 hour 28 minutes to fly from Cebu (CEB) to Manila (MNL).
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Cebu to Manila is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 179 flight per week flying from Cebu to Manila. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Cebu Pacific: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- 5J564 (07:05)
  • To find best deals on flights from Cebu to Manila, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Thu, Oct 1, with one-way flights priced at just $32.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Philippines AirAsia.
    · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
    · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
    · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Manila travel is around July.
    · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.
  • The cheapest months to fly from Cebu to Manila is September, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our September flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Cebu to Manila on September 22, 2026 with Philippines AirAsia, with prices starting at $24.
  • You can arrive at any of the following airports in Manila: Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL). Flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (CEB-MNL) are by far the most popular option for this route.
  • The time difference between Manila and Cebu is 0m.
  • Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Cebu to Manila is $40. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Cebu to Manila is $73. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.
  • Enter Cebu and Manila, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.
  • Cebu Pacific, Philippines AirAsia and Cebgoare the most popular budget airlines flying from Cebu to Manila. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.

Flight from Cebu City to Manila

Ultra-urbanized Manila is not only the capital of the Philippines, which sets strong economical, industrial, the business backbone of the country, also one of the most attractive tourist destinations. People all-around of world come to Manila to explore its beauty where Spanish Colonial buildings and modern architecture holds hand tightly to make Manila magnificent by the view. Manila is densely populated because of its economical up-lifting, which makes the city a leading center for finance, banking, and commercial aspects. Hassle-free transportation, real estate business, legal services, fashion, and media industry’s cultural major hub is Manila, where tourism is also a profitable business for many people. 

Tips: Journey to Manila in between January-April becomes suitable to avoid rain, although a little dryness and warm weather one can experience at this season. 

Airways offer outstanding Manila trip opportunities  

Flight from Cebu City to Manila is the right choice to land at Manila Airport, crossing approximately 570-kilometers of air distance. Direct flights to Manila from Cebu City are available daily. But to avoid last-minute Cebu City-Manila flight booking, it is better to purchase tickets online a few months earlier. Cebu City Airways bring a lucrative offer on three months before ticket buying for one-way trip, as well as for return ticket. Non-stop and connecting Cebu City to Manila flights take different time to cover the distance yet provide all the travel conveniences to the passengers.  

Explore Manila’s mind-blowing tourist destinations

Manila offers versatile tourist attractions for all types of tour lovers, where time flies away in a toss. The city decors its land with century-old constructions that reflect the richness of history, as well it has alluring modern infrastructure. Sightseeings and landmarks like San Agustin

Church, Manila Cathedral, Fort Santiago, Casa Manila, and Intramuros are the well-decorated establishments of Manila. The museums such as the National Museum, San Agustin Museum, National Museum of Natural History, National Museum of Anthropology, and much more make the ancient-time alive. Manila Bay, Manila Ocean Park, Rizal Park, and Manila Zoo must be on the tour list to make the journey more fun-packed. 

Tips: Shopping at Manila is a fun activity, which tourists can do visiting Lucky Chinatown Mall, Shangri-La Plaza, SM City Manila, and 168 Shopping Mall. Divisoria Market offers offering cost-effective edible items, beauty products, textiles, and much more. 

Hotel or Homestay- Choose smartly

Hotels, resorts, casual homestay, and rental apartments are available in Manila, which all brings benefits, according to the price charges. Some top-listed hotels offer complimentary food and beverages, whereas some causal rental rooms offer tourists to make their food by self-help.  

Tips: Many five-star hotels, homestay, and private villas come with lucrative discounts on night staying, w which one should check on the internet. It is better to know the transport system to make communication and traveling around the city faster and comfortable. 

Manila Airlines bring low-budget tickets for the passenger, which you can book after customizing the itinerary. Cheap flight from Cebu City for Manila is possible to access through Trip.com that offers suitable staying options at the same time.  

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