Cebu Pacific ramping up international flights in Q4 2026

Budget carrier Cebu Pacific on Friday announced it is strengthening its international connectivity in the fourth quarter of 2026.

In a news release, the airline said it is launching additional direct flights to key cities in China, Vietnam, and Japan.

Starting October 26, Cebu Pacific will begin thrice weekly (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday) flights from Cebu to Ho Chi Minh.

It will also launch thrice weekly (Tuesday, Thursday, Friday) flights from Cebu to Shanghai beginning November 17 and four times a week flights (Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday) from Cebu to Nagoya starting November 19.

Moreover, Cebu Pacific is launching thrice a week flights (Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday) from Clark to Hanoi on November 19, and twice a week flights (Monday, Friday) from Manila and Xiamen on November 23.

To celebrate the additional routes, the airline is rolling out a special seat sale from August 7 to 11, 2026, allowing passengers to book flights for as low as a P1 one-way base fare, exclusive of fees and surcharges.

The travel period runs from October 26, 2026 to March 31, 2027.

“At Cebu Pacific, we continue to strengthen our network to give every Juan a better opportunity to explore more destinations across Asia. The launch of additional direct flights to China, Vietnam, and Japan not only provides travelers from all over the Philippines with more convenient access to these vibrant cities but also encourages more international travelers to visit and explore our country. As we continue to expand our international network, we remain committed to making travel more accessible and affordable for our passengers,” said Xander Lao, Cebu Pacific president and chief commercial officer.

Cebu Pacific currently operates in 35 Philippine and 26 international destinations spread across Asia, Australia, and the Middle East. —LDF, GMA News