🇵🇭 CEB
Lapu-Lapu City
353 mi
MNL 🇵🇭
Manila (Pasay)

Lapu-Lapu City to Manila (Pasay) Flights

Mactan Cebu International Airport Ninoy Aquino International Airport 6 airlines

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The Lapu-Lapu City to Manila (Pasay) route connects Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB) in PH with Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in PH. This short-haul flight covers approximately 353 miles (568 km) with a typical flight time of 1h 12m. This route is served by 6 airlines: Cebu Pacific, Philippines AirAsia, PAL Express and others. AirportRoutes has tracked 58 unique flight numbers on this route.

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About This Route

Route Overview

The Lapu-Lapu City (CEB) → Manila (Pasay) (MNL) air route spans 353 miles (568 km), linking Cebu’s main gateway with the Philippines’ primary capital-region hub. Nonstop flights typically take 1 hour 20 minutes to 1 hour 40 minutes, making it one of the country’s most time-efficient corridors for business, government travel, and onward connections. Travelers choose this route for easy access to Metro Manila’s meetings, shopping, and cultural sites, plus seamless transfers to international departures from NAIA. It’s also a practical alternative to long sea crossings, especially for short trips and tight schedules. Frequent daily departures across multiple carriers keep options flexible and fares competitive.

Travel Tips

Book early for the best deals: promo one-way fares can start around PHP 1,500–3,500 (USD 27–63), while peak periods often rise to PHP 4,000–8,000+ (USD 72–145+) excluding add-ons. At Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB), arrive 2 hours before departure; check your terminal and airline baggage rules, as low-cost fares may exclude checked bags. Expect short cruising time but possible holding patterns near Manila due to congestion and weather. At NAIA (MNL) in Pasay, plan transfers carefully—terminal-to-terminal moves can take 30–90 minutes by shuttle/taxi depending on traffic. Use metered or app-based rides, and keep small bills for tolls and airport fees.

Destination Highlights

Pasay is Manila’s front door: NAIA, major hotels, and the Mall of Asia complex sit alongside Manila Bay’s sunset promenade. For culture, head to nearby Intramuros and Rizal Park (short ride away), or catch a show at the Cultural Center of the Philippines. Pasay is also a base for entertainment and dining around MOA, with easy access to Makati and BGC for nightlife and shopping. Try local favorites like adobo, sinigang, and halo-halo, plus fresh seafood near the bay. Best areas to stay include Bay City (convenient, walkable spots) and hotel clusters near EDSA for quick connections across Metro Manila.

Best Time to Fly

For smoother weather, fly during the dry season (December to May), with January–March often offering comfortable conditions. The rainy/typhoon season (June to November) can bring delays, especially in July–October. Prices typically spike around Holy Week (March/April), Christmas–New Year (December), and long weekends; book 4–8 weeks ahead for better fares. Off-peak months like February and September can be cheaper, though September may have more weather risk. Notable draws include holiday festivities in December and major concerts/events around Bay City year-round.

AI-Generated Content: This information was compiled using AI from web sources on Dec 25, 2025. Content may not be current; please verify with airlines before booking.

Departure Airport

Mactan Cebu International Airport

ICAO Code:
RPVM
IATA Code:
CEB
City:
🇵🇭 Lapu-Lapu City
Country:
PH
Elevation:
31 ft

Destination Airport

Ninoy Aquino International Airport

ICAO Code:
RPLL
IATA Code:
MNL
City:
🇵🇭 Manila (Pasay)
Country:
PH
Elevation:
75 ft

6

Operators

58

Tracked Flights

353

Miles

1h 12m

Flight Duration

Route Map

Great Circle
Flight route map from Lapu-Lapu City to Manila (Pasay)
Map data © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap contributors

Operating Airlines

Airline ICAO IATA
Cebu Pacific Air CEB 5J
Philippines AirAsia APG Z2
PAL Express GAP 2P
Philippine Air Lines PAL PR
Sunlight Air RLB 2R
Cebgo SRQ DG

Flight Schedule Pattern

Day Flights Observed Frequency Activity
Monday 81 14%
Tuesday 63 11%
Wednesday 87 15%
Thursday 124 21%
Friday 78 13%
Saturday 99 17%
Sunday 54 9%

Pattern Analysis

58 Tracked Flights:
Data Points: 586
API observations used to build this analysis
Weekdays: 433 flights
Weekend: 153 flights
Business Route More active on weekdays

All Flight Routes

6 Routes
Note: This table shows aggregated route data by airline. Each airline may operate multiple daily flights at different times. See the "Spotted Departure Times" section below for all observed departure times.
Airline Flight Numbers Aircraft Type Typical Time Days Active Last Seen Status
Cebgo
SRQ / DG
- AT72 -
M T W T F S S
Oct 23, 2025 Active
A321 13:00 1:00 PM (Representative)
M T W T F S S
Jun 29, 2026 Active
PAL Express
GAP / 2P
A321 11:35 11:35 AM (Representative)
M T W T F S S
Jun 29, 2026 Active
A321 05:45 5:45 AM (Representative)
M T W T F S S
Jun 29, 2026 Active
A320 07:55 7:55 AM (Representative)
M T W T F S S
Jun 8, 2026 Active
ATR 21:00 9:00 PM (Representative)
M T W T F S S
Mar 11, 2026 Active
Total Routes: 6
Active Routes: 6
Unique Airlines: 6
Aircraft Types: 6

Spotted Departure Times

Departure Time Operator ICAO IATA
05:45 5:45 AM Philippine Air Lines PAL PR
07:55 7:55 AM Philippines AirAsia APG Z2
11:35 11:35 AM PAL Express GAP 2P
13:00 1:00 PM Cebu Pacific Air CEB 5J
21:00 9:00 PM Sunlight Air RLB 2R

Time Information

Times are shown in the departure airport's local timezone (RPVM - Asia/Manila).

Total Departure Times: 5
Time Range:
05:45 - 21:00
These are typical departure times observed from actual flights. Times may vary by season and schedule changes.