Fly private between Manila and Busuanga from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
We fly Manila (MNL) ⇄ Busuanga (USU) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
Manila and Busuanga lie approximately 283 km apart (176 mi / 153 nm) on a direct routing.
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Guide pricing for Manila–Busuanga spans US$8,000 – US$15,500: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the entry level to a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (PHP) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 58 min | 52 min – 1h 04m | ₱450,000 | 6-9 |
| 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 | 55 min | ₱500,000 – ₱670,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
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 Manila–Busuanga 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.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Manila, Philippines: Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
Busuanga, Philippines: Francisco B. Reyes (Busuanga) Airport.
| Ninoy Aquino International Airport | Francisco B. Reyes (Busuanga) Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | RPLL / MNL | RPVV / USU |
| Longest hard runway | 12,261 ft | 3,300 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | COP |
| Field elevation | 75 ft | 148 ft |
The shorter runway on this pairing is 3,300 ft at Francisco B. Reyes (Busuanga) Airport, which rules out the largest cabins regardless of range.
| 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 | Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft | 3,650 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft | 3,900 km | Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft | 4,600 km | Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft | 5,926 km | Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft | 6,400 km | Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft | 7,220 km | Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft | 7,400 km | Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft | 7,800 km | Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft | 7,400 km | Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 14,260 km | Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft | 11,112 km | Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 12,960 km | Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft | 11,945 km | Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Plaridel Airport (2,953 ft, 46 km) · Camaya Coast Airport (2,780 ft, 64 km) · Parañaque Seaplane Base · Sabang South Bay Seaplane Base · Busuanga Bay Lodge Seaplane Terminal · Huma Island Resort Seaplane Terminal · Two Seasons Resort Seaplane Terminal
Pick your slot and depart. Private charter between Manila and Busuanga is built around your itinerary.
Private terminals mean check-in takes minutes. The 283 km flight is the fastest part of the door-to-door journey.
Scheduled airlines serve a handful of airports; private jets open up dozens more within range of Manila and Busuanga.
See the guide range — US$8,000 – US$15,500 — before you even submit a request. No bait-and-switch.
The Manila to Busuanga route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
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 airborne across the 283 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Manila–Busuanga 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: Busuanga to Manila runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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