CEB bolsters domestic network with more flights this August

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Philippines’ leading low-cost carrier, Cebu Pacific ( PSE: CEB) offers more domestic flights to boost passenger connectivity and access to destinations in the Philippines. This is in line with the delivery of two Airbus A320 aircraft last July 2013, the 45th and 46th in one of the most modern fleets in the world.

Since August 1, CEB has been operating a total of 33 weekly ManilaKalibo flights, with additional Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday frequencies. Kalibo is the international gateway to the island paradise of Boracay.

Since August 3, CEB also added more flights on the following routes: ManilaCebu ( daily), Manila-Davao ( 4 weekly flights) and Manila-Legazpi ( 4 weekly flights). All additional flights to these regional centers for trade and tourism will utilize an Airbus A320 aircraft.

On the same date, the airline also added more flights out of its Cebu hub: Cebu-Davao ( 3 weekly flights), Cebu- Dumaguete ( 2 weekly flights) and Cebu-Tacloban ( 3 weekly flights). Its Cebu-Legazpi route became a four times weekly service starting August 3, but will become a five times weekly service starting October 13.

Last August 3, CEB also upgraded the aircraft used for its flights from Cebu to General Santos ( 5J 249/ 250) from a 156-seater Airbus A319 to a 180-seater Airbus A320. Its Cebu-Butuan flight ( 5J 223/ 224) now utilizes an Airbus A319, from a 72-seater ATR aircraft.

CEB operates the most number of flights and routes from its Cebu hub, providing the most options for guests.

Meanwhile, flights to tourism spots such as Siargao, Coron and Bohol will also increase. Siargao is an international surfing hotspot, while Coron is popular for its dive sites and islands. Bohol’s Chocolate Hills and beaches are also a favorite among domestic and foreign tourists.

Starting August 12, 2013, CEB will operate a total of five weekly flights between Cebu and Siargao, with an additional weekly frequency.

From August 24 to October 26, 2013, there will also be additional thrice weekly frequencies from both Manila-Busuanga ( Coron) and ManilaTagbilaran ( Bohol). An Airbus A319 aircraft will also be utilized for an additional Tuesday frequency from Manila to Cauayan, Isabela.

For bookings and inquiries, guests can go to www.cebupacificair. com, or call the reservation hotlines ( 02) 7020888 or ( 032) 230-8888. The latest seat sales can also be found on CEB’s officialTwitterandFacebookpages.

Those still booking flights may also sign up to be a CEB Club member through the Cebu Pacific website, for seat sale alerts, easy management of flights and travel funds, and a faster booking process.

CEB currently operates 10 Airbus A319, 27 Airbus A320, 1 Airbus A330 and 8 ATR-72 500 aircraft. Its fleet of 46 aircraft is one of the most modern aircraft fleets in the world.

Between 2013 and 2021, Cebu Pacific will take delivery of 15 more Airbus A320, 30 Airbus A321neo, and 5 Airbus A330 aircraft.