Private charter between Cebu and Caticlan starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
This route runs both ways — Cebu (CEB) to Caticlan (MPH) and Caticlan to Cebu — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Cebu and Caticlan is about 285 km (177 miles), or 154 nautical miles.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Cebu and Caticlan, depending on the aircraft — a turboprop sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (PHP) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 58 min | 52 min – 1h 04m | ₱450,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 48 min | 43 min – 53 min | ₱530,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (PHP) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 58 min | ₱450,000 – ₱620,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 56 min | ₱500,000 – ₱670,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (PHP) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 48 min | ₱530,000 – ₱760,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 47 min | ₱590,000 – ₱840,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 46 min | ₱640,000 – ₱900,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
What determines the price between Cebu and Caticlan? Primarily: flight distance and typical jet-stream winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and parking fees charged at each airport. We confirm everything against real-time aircraft availability.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Cebu, Philippines: Mactan Cebu International Airport.
Caticlan, Philippines: Godofredo P. Ramos Airport and Kalibo International Airport.
| Mactan Cebu International Airport | Godofredo P. Ramos Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | RPVM / CEB | RPVE / MPH |
| Longest hard runway | 10,860 ft | 5,905 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 31 ft | 7 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 4,405 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,443 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 3,905 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,343 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 2,705 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,823 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 3,005 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,053 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 2,905 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,543 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 4,405 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,623 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 4,705 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,123 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 2,405 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,343 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 2,627 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,293 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 1,705 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,543 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 329 ft spare |
4,600 km 4,243 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 975 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,569 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 1,005 ft spare |
6,400 km 6,043 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 1,213 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,863 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 465 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,043 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 605 ft spare |
7,800 km 7,443 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 1,115 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,043 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 95 ft short |
14,260 km 13,903 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 105 ft spare |
11,112 km 10,755 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 95 ft short |
12,960 km 12,603 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 1,105 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,588 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Shangri-La Mactan Island Resort Heliport · SM J Mall Heliport · Balamban Heliport · Sacasun Heliport · Kalibo International Airport (7,175 ft, 53 km) · Tugdan Airport (4,560 ft, 45 km) · GreenHeli Boracay Heliport · [Duplicate] GreenHeli Boracay Heliport
Choose your wheels-up time — Cebu–Caticlan runs on your calendar, not an airline's.
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
Private jets access far more airports than commercial flights — reducing transfers and getting you closer to where you need to be.
We publish the price band (US$8,000 – US$15,500) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
Demand on Cebu–Caticlan comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 58 min gate to gate across the 285 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Cebu–Caticlan charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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