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Cebu Pacific Air Flights, Routes & Travel Guide

Explore the latest Cebu Pacific Air (5J) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.

Last updated: October 2026
IATA: 5JFounded 1988HQ: Main headquarters: Pasay, Philippines, Registered office: Robinsons Galleria Cebu, Cebu City
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About Cebu Pacific Air

Explore the latest Cebu Pacific Air (5J) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.

Cebu Pacific Air was founded on 26 August 1988. The company is positioning itself as a low-cost airline. Cebu Pacific Air was commenced operations on 8 March 1996. The company's main hubs are Cebu, Manila. Cebu Pacific Air has a frequent-flyer program - GetGo. The company is a member of the Value Alliance. In the company, there are two Subsidiaries: Cebgo, Cebgo Cargo. Cebu Pacific Air has an extensive fleet size - 48 aircraft.

Airline code5J
Main hubMNL
Alliance-
Destinations52
Countries16
Fleet96
Updated: October 2026

Popular Cebu Pacific Air routes

RouteCitiesTypical durationWeekly flightsService
MNL to RUHManila to Riyadh9h 55m0NONSTOP
MNL to DXBManila to Dubai9h 10m0NONSTOP
MNL to SYDManila to Sydney8h 20m0NONSTOP
MNL to MELManila to Melbourne8h 15m0NONSTOP
MNL to CTSManila to Sapporo5h 5m0NONSTOP

Cebu Pacific Air hubs and focus cities

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52 destinations · Updated: October 2026
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Routes serving Manila

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RouteCitiesTypical durationWeekly flightsService
MNL to RUHManila to Riyadh9h 55m0NONSTOP
RUH to MNLRiyadh to Manila9h 55m0NONSTOP
MNL to DXBManila to Dubai9h 10m0NONSTOP
DXB to MNLDubai to Manila9h 5m0NONSTOP
MEL to MNLMelbourne to Manila8h 30m0NONSTOP
SYD to MNLSydney to Manila8h 25m0NONSTOP
MNL to SYDManila to Sydney8h 20m0NONSTOP
MNL to MELManila to Melbourne8h 15m0NONSTOP
CTS to MNLSapporo to Manila6h 0m0NONSTOP
MNL to CTSManila to Sapporo5h 5m0NONSTOP
Routes and frequencies may change by season and travel date.
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Aircraft, cabins and onboard experience

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CabinSeat pitchSeat widthSeat recline
EconomyAirbus A320 A320-20071-76 cm44 cm8 cm

Cebu Pacific Air baggage allowance

Fees and allowances vary by route, fare and status.

Baggage

Each Cebu Pacific Air passenger is allowed one carry-on bag with a maximum weight of seven kilograms and dimensions of up to 56 cm x 36 cm x 23 cm in the cabin. This includes most wheeled bags and backpacks. Hand luggage must fit on the Cebu Pacific Air luggage rack and be stowed independently. The maximum weight of each piece of checked baggage is 32 kg. Any excess baggage in terms of a number of pieces, weight, and size (baggage exceeding 39 inches) is subject to the applicable excess baggage fee.

Cebu Pacific Air Baggage rules

Travel policies

Pets

The airline does not allow any live animal, with the exception of guide dogs, to fly in its cabin. Cebu Pacific does not offer checked baggage services to pet owners. Cebu Pacific Air carries animals such as dogs, cats and turtles as air cargo with its partner Tiger Air on domestic flights in the Philippines.

Flying with pets on Cebu Pacific Air

Infants

Infants are defined as children from eight days old to two years old. The Cebu Pacific airline does not allow children less than eight days old to fly. Children under two years do not need a separate seat, but a minimum flight fee is charged for the flight. A child under two years of age may travel free of charge if the infant is on another passenger's lap during the flight. Only one infant per adult is allowed per lap. If one adult travels with more than one infant under two years of age, a separate seat must be purchased for each additional infant.

Cebu Pacific Air Infants policy

Check in rules

Check-in for the flight can be done online or at the airport. Check-in counters for Cebu Pacific Air domestic flights close strictly 45 minutes before the scheduled departure time. Check-in counters for Cebu Pacific Air international flights close one hour before scheduled departure. Seats are assigned automatically, but you can change and choose your seat for a fee. For flights departing after midnight (i.e. 00:40, 01:25, etc.) you need to check-in the day before

Cebu Pacific Air Check-in rules

Unaccompanied minors

Cebu Pacific provides services to accompany these children from their point of departure to their final destination. Travel in the Philippines is available for unaccompanied minors between the ages of seven and 12. The airline does not accept children under the age of seven for in-country transportation unless accompanied by a person at least 15 years of age. International travel is available for unaccompanied minors between 12 and 15. The airline does not accept children under the age of 12 for international travel unless they are accompanied by a person at least 18 years old.

Unaccompanied minors in Cebu Pacific Air

On-time performance

76.94%On-time arrivals
17.15 minAverage delay
99.98%Completion rate
0.02%Cancellation rate

Cebu Pacific Air FAQs

Find quick answers to the most common questions about flying with Cebu Pacific Air.

What information and account access do I need to manage a Cebu Pacific booking?

Use your booking reference and surname or booking email to retrieve it. Changes require a MyCebuPacific account.

What is the deadline for changing a Cebu Pacific booking?

Complete the change at least two hours before departure.

When should I request a Cebu Pacific name correction, and can I change the booking email?

Request the name correction within 24 hours of booking. The reviewed page states that the email cannot currently be changed.

Can I add a hot meal after booking a Cebu Pacific flight?

Yes. Add it at least 24 hours before departure.

Can I add another passenger to an existing Cebu Pacific booking?

Normally, no. A lap infant under two at the time of travel is an exception and can be added through Manage Booking for a service fee.

How can I buy Cebu Pacific special-baggage services?

Purchase through the Cebu Pacific app with an account, up to two hours before departure, subject to availability.

How must a checked musical instrument be packed for Cebu Pacific?

Use a hard-shell case. Soft or gig bags are not accepted. A Musical Instrument special allowance is available to purchase.

How should I file a Cebu Pacific report for missing or damaged checked baggage?

Ask ground staff to file a Property Irregularity Report before you leave the airport and keep its number. The published PIR process is not available after leaving; this is not a statement of all legal claim deadlines.

Who should I contact about an item lost onboard Cebu Pacific or at the airport?

For onboard items, contact ground staff or a live agent through the website or app. For airport items, contact the airport Lost and Found office.

What should I do if I collect another passenger bag after a Cebu Pacific flight?

Return to the airport and inform Cebu Pacific ground staff.