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Cebu Pacific

The Philippines' largest airline, flying from Manila

  • PhilippinesCountry
  • 5JIATA Code
  • CEBICAO Code
  • IndependentAlliance
  • Low-CostAirline Type

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About Cebu Pacific

Cebu Pacific is the Philippines’ largest airline and a leading Asian low-cost carrier, flying to dozens of Philippine islands and across Asia, plus Dubai and Sydney. Every bundle includes 7 kg of hand-carry in two pieces, GO Easy and GO Flexi add a 20 kg bag, and power banks cannot be used in flight. This guide covers the bundles, hand-carry sizes, power bank rules, typhoon season and how Cebu Pacific compares with Scoot and Cebgo.

Cebu Pacific was founded in 1988, began flying in 1996 and is the Philippines’ largest airline. Its sister airline Cebgo flies ATR turboprops to smaller islands, and it is replacing older jets with Airbus neo models.

Cebu Pacific flights to Manila
Photo: Alexes Gerard / Unsplash

Power Bank Rules on Cebu Pacific

Cebu Pacific follows Philippine and ICAO rules:

  • Up to 100 Wh is allowed; 100–160 Wh needs approval at check-in; over 160 Wh is banned.
  • A maximum of two power banks per passenger, in hand-carry only.
  • Power banks cannot be used during the flight.
  • Never pack power banks in checked bags.

Check-In and Typhoon Season

Online check-in is available on the website and app. Domestic passengers can often use a mobile boarding pass, while international passengers need a document check. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and three before international ones.

From roughly June to November, typhoons can disrupt flights, so GO Flexi is worth considering.

Cebu Pacific GO Basic Explained

GO Basic is the cheapest way to fly Cebu Pacific, and it works well if you can travel with hand-carry only. You get 7 kg in two pieces and a random seat at check-in. If you need a checked bag, it is usually cheaper to add one online to GO Basic than to pay at the airport, and on some routes GO Easy costs about the same once a bag is included.

  • Weigh your bags at home: the 7 kg limit covers both pieces together, and bags are often checked at the gate.
  • Compare totals: GO Basic plus a PHP 1,000 domestic bag against the GO Easy price on your dates.
  • Buy add-ons early: bags and upgrades can be added online until 2 hours before departure.

Flying from the USA to Cebu

Cebu Pacific does not fly to the US mainland, so travellers from the United States usually take a long-haul flight to Manila or another Asian hub, then connect to Cebu. If you book the two flights separately, leave plenty of time between them and remember that Cebu Pacific’s baggage allowance may be lower than your long-haul airline’s.

Families and Special Assistance

Infants under two travel on an adult’s lap. Request wheelchairs and other special assistance in advance. Pets are generally not accepted in the cabin.

How to Find Cheap Flights in the Philippines

Cheap Cebu Pacific flights: airplane flying in a blue sky
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  • Watch for seat sales, often announced on social media.
  • Avoid Holy Week, Christmas and summer school holidays.
  • Compare Manila, Clark and Cebu departures.
  • Pack light: 7 kg is a strict limit.
  • Compare airlines: use the FlightSelects flight search to see Cebu Pacific next to Scoot, Cebgo and others.

Cebu Pacific vs Scoot vs Cebgo

Options for budget travel in and around the Philippines.

Cebu PacificScootCebgo
HubManilaSingaporeManila and Cebu
Free hand-carry7 kg (2 pieces)10 kg (2 pieces)7 kg
AircraftAirbus jetsBoeing 787, Airbus, EmbraerATR turboprops
Best forDomestic and regional AsiaSingapore and beyondSmall island airports

See our Scoot guide and Cebgo guide to compare.

Arriving in Manila

Ninoy Aquino International Airport is in Pasay City, close to Makati and Bonifacio Global City. Traffic can be heavy, so allow plenty of time. Taxis, ride-hailing apps and airport buses are available.

You can also book an airport transfer in advance at a fixed price.

Is Cebu Pacific a Good Airline?

Yes, for budget travel. Cebu Pacific has the widest network in the Philippines, a young Airbus fleet and very low fares if you travel light. Delays happen at busy times and in typhoon season, so allow time for connections.

For more options, see our airline guides and the FlightSelects travel blog.

Facts checked in November 2026 against Cebu Pacific’s baggage allowance page, Cebu Pacific’s fare bundle rules, NoypiGeeks on power bank rules and Daily Tribune on 2026 deliveries. Rules change, so check the official Cebu Pacific website before you travel.

Airline Partnerships

Cebu Pacific is not a member of a global airline alliance. Its low fares are sold mainly on its own website and app.

Codeshare & Interline Partnerships

Cebu Pacific works with its regional sister Cebgo, which flies ATR turboprops to smaller islands and now also operates many of the former AirSWIFT routes.

Hubs & Focus Cities

Manila's Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) is Cebu Pacific's main hub, with further hubs in Cebu (CEB), Clark (CRK) and Davao (DVO).

Popular Cebu Pacific Routes

Cebu Pacific's busiest routes link Manila with Cebu and Boracay (Caticlan), and fly to Hong Kong, Singapore, Tokyo, Seoul and Bangkok. Choose a route to see recent schedules and fares.

Fares are the lowest recently found by our partners and can change quickly. Select a fare to check live prices and availability.

Cebu Pacific Reschedule & Cancellation Policy

Cebu Pacific sells fares in bundles. GO Basic is the cheapest and includes only a 7 kg hand-carry bag, with fees for rebooking. GO Easy adds a 20 kg checked bag and seat selection. GO Flexi adds free cancellation, with the value kept as a Travel Fund credit.

When you rebook, you pay any fare difference plus any fee for your bundle.

  • GO Basic 7 kg hand-carry only; rebooking fees apply; random seat at check-in.
  • GO Easy Adds a 20 kg checked bag and standard seat selection.
  • GO Flexi Adds free cancellation, with value kept as a Travel Fund.
  • Rebooking Fare difference plus any fee for your bundle.
  • How to change or cancel Use Manage Booking on cebupacificair.com or the Cebu Pacific app.

Cebu Pacific Seat Selection & Additional Services

On GO Basic, your seat is assigned at random at check-in unless you pay to choose one. GO Easy and GO Flexi include standard seat selection, and you can pay for front-row or extra-legroom seats.

As a low-cost airline, Cebu Pacific sells food, drinks and extra bags as add-ons, which are cheaper when bought online before you fly.

  • GO Basic Random seat at check-in unless you pay.
  • GO Easy and GO Flexi Standard seat selection included.
  • Premium seats Front-row and extra-legroom seats for a fee.
  • Food and drinks Pay on board or pre-order.
  • Extra bags Cheaper when bought online in advance.
  • Special assistance Request wheelchairs and other help in advance.

Cebu Pacific Baggage Allowance

Every Cebu Pacific fare includes 7 kg of hand-carry in two pieces: a bag of up to 56 × 36 × 23 cm for the overhead bin and a personal item of up to 35 × 20 × 20 cm for under the seat. GO Basic has no checked bag, while GO Easy and GO Flexi include one 20 kg checked bag.

Extra baggage is sold in 20 kg pieces. Online it costs PHP 1,000 on domestic flights, PHP 2,000 on short international flights and PHP 3,000 on long international flights. At the airport the same 20 kg costs PHP 2,500, 3,500 or 6,000, so add bags online at least 2 hours before departure.

  • Hand-carry (all fares) 7 kg in total, up to 2 pieces.
  • Overhead bag Up to 56 × 36 × 23 cm.
  • Under-seat personal item Up to 35 × 20 × 20 cm.
  • GO Basic No checked bag; add one online.
  • GO Easy and GO Flexi 1 checked bag of 20 kg.
  • Extra 20 kg bag online PHP 1,000 domestic, PHP 2,000 short international, PHP 3,000 long international.
  • Extra 20 kg bag at the airport PHP 2,500 domestic, PHP 3,500 short international, PHP 6,000 long international.
  • Weight upgrade online PHP 700 (domestic), PHP 1,100 (short international) or PHP 1,700 (long international) per extra 4 kg.
  • Excess at the airport PHP 700, 1,100 or 1,700 per extra kg.
  • Maximum per checked bag 32 kg and 99 × 99 × 99 cm.
  • Buying deadline Add bags online up to 2 hours before departure.
  • Free items One wheelchair per person, infant strollers and car seats.
  • Sports and special items Book CEB Special Baggage in the app (from PHP 2,000 domestic).

Go Rewards: Cebu Pacific Loyalty Programme

Go Rewards (formerly GetGo) is Cebu Pacific's free loyalty programme. You earn points on Cebu Pacific flights and with partner brands, and redeem them for flights and other rewards.

Points can often be used to cover the full fare on Cebu Pacific flights.

  • Membership Free to join.
  • Earn Points on Cebu Pacific flights and with partners.
  • Redeem Flights and other rewards.
  • Former name GetGo.
Join or log in on the Cebu Pacific website

Cebu Pacific: Frequently Asked Questions

01What are Cebu Pacific’s IATA and ICAO codes?

The airline's two-character IATA code is 5J. It appears in flight numbers (for example 5J 101), on tickets and on airport departure boards. Its three-letter ICAO code is CEB, which air traffic control and flight-tracking services use to identify the airline.

02Which airline alliance is Cebu Pacific part of?

It is not a member of a global airline alliance, although it may still have codeshare or interline agreements with individual airlines.

03Where is Cebu Pacific headquartered?

The airline is headquartered in Pasay City, Philippines.

04When was Cebu Pacific founded?

The airline was founded in 1988.

05What are Cebu Pacific’s main hubs?

Its main hubs and focus cities are: Manila (MNL) – Main Hub.

06What is Cebu Pacific's hand-carry allowance?

Every fare includes 7 kg of hand-carry in up to two pieces: an overhead bag of up to 56 × 36 × 23 cm and a personal item of up to 35 × 20 × 20 cm that fits under the seat.

07What does Cebu Pacific GO Basic include?

GO Basic includes 7 kg of hand-carry and a random seat assigned at check-in. It has no checked bag, and changes cost a fee plus any fare difference. GO Easy adds a 20 kg checked bag and standard seat selection.

08How much does extra baggage cost on Cebu Pacific?

Online, a 20 kg piece costs PHP 1,000 on domestic flights, PHP 2,000 on short international flights and PHP 3,000 on long international flights. At the airport it costs PHP 2,500, 3,500 or 6,000.

09What is the maximum checked bag size on Cebu Pacific?

Each checked bag can weigh up to 32 kg and measure up to 99 × 99 × 99 cm. Each 20 kg of prepaid allowance counts as one piece.

10Can families share baggage on Cebu Pacific?

Yes. Passengers on the same booking who check in together can pool their checked baggage, as long as the total pieces and weight don't exceed what was bought.

11Does Cebu Pacific fly to the United States?

Cebu Pacific does not fly to the US mainland. From the US, travellers usually fly to Manila on a long-haul airline and connect to Cebu Pacific for flights within the Philippines.

12What is the difference between Cebu Pacific and Cebgo?

Cebgo is Cebu Pacific's regional sister airline. It flies ATR turboprops to smaller airports and islands, and its flights are sold on the Cebu Pacific website.

13What is Cebu Pacific Go Rewards?

Go Rewards, formerly GetGo, is Cebu Pacific's free loyalty programme. Points are earned on flights and with partner brands and can often cover the whole fare.

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