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Cebu Pacific (CEB), the Philippines’ leading airline carrier, flew over 1 million passengers to and from Clark International Airport in 2024, up 36% or almost 300,000 passengers from the previous year. The average monthly seat count grew by 102% to 161,000 in December 2024 from 79,000 in January. The average number of flights also almost doubled from 441 in January to 872 in December. The increase in flights and seat count aligns with the airline’s mission to make travel more accessible to travelers from the central and northern Luzon areas such as Bulacan, Pampanga, Tarlac, Pangasinan, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Benguet, Isabela, and La Union.
The airline currently services 11 domestic and international routes out of Clark including (with number of weekly frequencies per route): Clark – Bohol – Clark (6), Clark – Caticlan (Boracay) – Clark (21), Clark – Cebu – Clark (24), Clark – Davao – Clark (7), Clark – General Santos – Clark (5), Clark – Iloilo – Clark (7), Clark – Puerto Princesa – Clark (3), Clark – Bangkok – Clark (7), Clark – Hong Kong – Clark (14), Clark – Narita – Clark (8), and Clark – Singapore – Clark (7). Passengers can anticipate even more opportunities to explore more destinations with Cebu Pacific’s ongoing seat sales and special promotions. Backed by its expanding network and unwavering commitment to exceptional customer service, Cebu Pacific continues to deliver accessible and hassle-free air travel for everyone. Meanwhile, Cebu Pacific recently flew its maiden flight from Manila to Sapporo, making it the only airline to offer direct flights between the two cities and solidifying its position as the largest airline connecting Philippines and Japan. Sapporo is CEB’s fifth destination in Japan, giving Filipinos more opportunities to explore the country with its strong international connectivity, signature low fares, and unbeatable seat sales. Aside from Sapporo, CEB also flies to Tokyo (Narita), Osaka, Nagoya, and Fukuoka from Manila, Clark, or Cebu. CEB will be operating direct flights between Manila and Sapporo thrice weekly, every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. The flight departs from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) at 11:15 am and arrives in Sapporo at 5:25 pm (local time). From New Chitose International Airport, the flight takes off at 6:25 pm and lands in Manila at 11:20 pm (local time).
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| (L-R): Japan National Tourism Office (JNTO) Director Hisashi Kawamura, Cebu Pacific (CEB) Chief Marketing and Customer Experience Officer Candice Iyog, JNTO Executive Director Makoto Watanabe, Ambassador of Japan to the Philippines Hon. Endo Kazuya, CEB President and Chief Commercial Officer Xander Lao, Department of Transportation (DOTr) Undersecretary for Aviation and Airports Hon. Roberto Lim (Image Source: Business Mirror/Cebu Pacific) |
CEB’s direct service shortens the journey by up to five hours and offers passengers the opportunity to save up to 63% on airfare. The launch of CEB’s newest international destination held last January 16, 2025 was marked by a festive ceremony at the NAIA Terminal 3, graced by Ambassador of Japan to the Philippines His Excellency Endo Kazuya, Philippine Transportation Undersecretary Bobby Lim, and Japan National Tourism Office Executive Director Makoto Watanabe. The new direct flights to Sapporo also make it easier for travelers to explore the region’s popular winter activities. From skiing on powdery snow to experiencing the Sapporo Snow Festival, there’s something for every Juan to experience. Visitors can also enjoy freshly brewed beer at the Sapporo Beer Museum, stroll along the Otaru Canal, or relax in onsens to make the most of their trip. Passengers may use their existing Travel Funds to book flights and avail themselves of other add-ons. CEB also offers other payment options, including credit or debit cards and e-wallets. CEB operates in 35 domestic and 26 international destinations spread across Asia, Australia, and the Middle East. Book your flights now at bit.ly/CebuPacificSale.
