Charter Cebu to Manila privately from US$9,500, about 1h 11m gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
We fly Cebu (CEB) ⇄ Manila (MNL) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
The straight-line distance between Cebu and Manila is about 567 km (352 miles), or 306 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Cebu to Manila (and Manila to Cebu) ranges from US$9,500 for a very light jet like the Embraer Phenom 100EV, up to US$23,000 for a light jet such as the Cessna Citation CJ3+. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. 6-8 seats and 3,700 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (PHP) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 11m | 1h 04m – 1h 18m | ₱530,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 08m | 1h 01m – 1h 15m | ₱640,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (PHP) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 11m | ₱530,000 – ₱760,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 09m | ₱590,000 – ₱840,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 08m | ₱640,000 – ₱900,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (PHP) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 08m | ₱640,000 – ₱900,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 06m | ₱700,000 – ₱980,000 (~US$12,500 – US$17,500) | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 04m | ₱780,000 – ₱1,060,000 (~US$14,000 – US$19,000) | 6-8 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
Charter pricing on Cebu–Manila moves with route distance, winds, fuel costs at both ends, and airport charges at origin and destination. We lock in a firm, all-in figure once we match your dates to available aircraft.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Cebu, Philippines: Mactan Cebu International Airport.
Manila, Philippines: Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
| Mactan Cebu International Airport | Ninoy Aquino International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | RPVM / CEB | RPLL / MNL |
| Longest hard runway | 10,860 ft | 12,261 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 31 ft | 75 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Cebu to Manila can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Mactan Cebu International Airport has 10,860 ft and Ninoy Aquino International Airport 12,261 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 567 km.
Alternates within range: Shangri-La Mactan Island Resort Heliport · SM J Mall Heliport · Balamban Heliport · Sacasun Heliport · Plaridel Airport (2,953 ft, 46 km) · Camaya Coast Airport (2,780 ft, 64 km) · Parañaque Seaplane Base · Sabang South Bay Seaplane Base
See the guide range — US$9,500 – US$23,000 — before you even submit a request. No bait-and-switch.
The cabin is your own from departure to landing — work, rest or hold sensitive conversations without concern.
Private jets are pet-friendly by default. Your companion flies in the cabin with you, not in cargo.
Charter safety is non-negotiable. All operators on our network carry current AOC certification and third-party audits.
Demand on Cebu–Manila comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$9,500 – US$23,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a very light jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 1h 11m gate to gate across the 567 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Very Light Jet, Light Jet. We lead with a very light jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Cebu–Manila 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.
Of course: Manila to Cebu runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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