Private charter between Cotabato and Manila starts at US$10,500 aboard a midsize jet.
We fly Cotabato (CBO) ⇄ Manila (MNL) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
Cotabato and Manila lie approximately 888 km apart (552 mi / 479 nm) on a direct routing.
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Chartering a private jet from Cotabato to Manila (and Manila to Cotabato) ranges from US$10,500 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$31,000 for a midsize jet such as the Cessna Citation XLS+. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. With seating for 7-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (PHP) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 1h 31m | 1h 22m – 1h 40m | ₱1,230,000 | 7-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (PHP) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 31m | ₱1,230,000 – ₱1,740,000 (~US$22,000 – US$31,000) | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 30m | ₱1,340,000 – ₱1,900,000 (~US$24,000 – US$34,000) | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 27m | ₱1,480,000 – ₱2,070,000 (~US$26,500 – US$37,000) | 8-10 |
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.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Cotabato–Manila charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Cotabato, Philippines: Cotabato (Awang) Airport.
Manila, Philippines: Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
| Cotabato (Awang) Airport | Ninoy Aquino International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | RPMC / CBO | RPLL / MNL |
| Longest hard runway | 6,234 ft | 12,261 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 189 ft | 75 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 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: Maguindanao del Sur Provincial Capitol Heliport · Plamango Heliport · Camp Robert Edward M Lucero Heliport · Plaridel Airport (2,953 ft, 46 km) · Camaya Coast Airport (2,780 ft, 64 km) · Parañaque Seaplane Base · Sabang South Bay Seaplane Base
The 1h 31m airborne is uninterrupted time — work, rest, or simply arrive ready.
Scheduled airlines serve a handful of airports; private jets open up dozens more within range of Cotabato and Manila.
Transparent from the start: a clear US$10,500 – US$31,000 range for Cotabato–Manila, confirmed once we check live availability.
From boarding to arrival, the aircraft is exclusively yours. Discretion is built into every private charter.
The Cotabato to Manila route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$10,500 – US$31,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 1h 31m in the air over 888 km (552 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Cotabato–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 Cotabato runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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