Turboprop
- Passengers6-9
- Flight time42 min
- Range1,800 km
- Guide price₱450,000 – ₱620,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000)
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Fly private between Cebu and Tacloban from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
Private jet charter from Cebu (CEB) to Tacloban (TAC), and from Tacloban (TAC) back to Cebu (CEB).
The straight-line distance between Cebu and Tacloban is about 153 km (95 miles), or 83 nautical miles.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Cebu and Tacloban, 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. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (PHP) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 42 min | 38 min – 46 min | ₱450,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 37 min | 33 min – 41 min | ₱530,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (PHP) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 42 min | ₱450,000 – ₱620,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 41 min | ₱500,000 – ₱670,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (PHP) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 37 min | ₱530,000 – ₱760,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 36 min | ₱590,000 – ₱840,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 36 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.
The guide range for Cebu–Tacloban is derived from the sector distance and typical winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and landing charges levied at both airports. Final pricing is locked once we check live aircraft schedules.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Cebu, Philippines: Mactan Cebu International Airport.
Tacloban, Philippines: Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport and Ormoc Airport.
| Mactan Cebu International Airport | Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | RPVM / CEB | RPVA / TAC |
| Longest hard runway | 10,860 ft | 7,014 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 31 ft | 10 ft |
| Aircraft | Needs | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,800 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft | 2,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft | 2,180 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft | 2,410 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft | 2,900 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,980 km | Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft | 1,480 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft | 3,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft | 3,650 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft | 3,900 km | Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft | 4,600 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft | 5,926 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft | 6,400 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft | 7,220 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft | 7,800 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 14,260 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft | 11,112 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 12,960 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft | 11,945 km | Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Shangri-La Mactan Island Resort Heliport · SM J Mall Heliport · Balamban Heliport · Sacasun Heliport · Ormoc Airport (6,120 ft, 54 km) · Borongan Airport (3,935 ft, 70 km) · SM Center Ormoc Heliport · Camp Lukban Heliport
You set the departure time. The aircraft waits for you, not the other way around.
Commercial adds hours in terminals. Private charter cuts the Cebu–Tacloban trip to its true flying time: 42 min.
Scheduled airlines serve a handful of airports; private jets open up dozens more within range of Cebu and Tacloban.
We publish the price band (US$8,000 – US$15,500) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
The Cebu to Tacloban route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 42 min in the air over 153 km (95 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Cebu–Tacloban departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Cebu–Tacloban charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Tacloban to Cebu runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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