Cebu Pacific begins new routes from Clark, Cebu

1 min readUpdated Jun 3, 2025May 19, 201712:46 AM

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Cebu Pacific expands its domestic network through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Cebgo, with the addition of four new routes from Clark and Cebu. On May 15, 2017, Cebgo started flying directly from its Clark hub to two of the world’ best islands, daily to and from Caticlan, Boracay, and three times weekly (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday) to and from Busuanga. Aside from these two routes, Cebgo will also be offering direct flights between Cebu and Busuanga thrice weekly (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday), and flights to and from the city of Cotabato four times weekly (Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday) starting tomorrow, May 16, 2017, The Cebu Pacific Air group expressed optimism that the additional domestic flights will benefit the people of Boracay, Palawan, and Cotabato in South as well as the residents outside Metro Manila.

Cebu Pacific (CEB) officials stated earlier that traveling to such destinations will definitely be more convenient as the local carrier continue to link more islands in the archipelago. “CEB also believes that these new routes will be attracting both leisure and business travelers, boosting trade and tourism.” Along with this flight expansion, Cebu Pacific also extends the reach of its cargo services, further eliciting trade and investment in these destinations.

CEB offers its lowest all-in one way year-round fare from Clark to Caticlan at P2,030, Clark to Busuanga at P2,306, Cebu to Busuanga at P2,778, and Cebu to Cotabato at P1,994. Aside from Cebu and Clark, CEB also operates flights out of four other strategically placed hubs in the Philippines — Manila, Davao, Kalibo, and Iloilo. The airline’s extensive network covers over 100 routes and 66 destinations, spanning Asia, Australia, the Middle East, and USA.

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What this means

Cebu Pacific's strategic expansion of domestic routes from Clark and Cebu, particularly into key leisure destinations like Caticlan and Busuanga, is a calculated move to capture a larger share of the local travel market. By using its subsidiary Cebgo and offering competitive fares, the airline aims to stimulate both tourism and trade in underserved areas. This aggressive growth mirrors broader Asian trends where companies like Panpuri and Chagee Holdings are expanding their regional footprints. The decision to add new hubs and routes places direct pressure on competitors, forcing them to review their domestic offerings and pricing structures. The risk lies in whether demand, even with attractive pricing, can consistently fill these new routes and justify the operational investment. We should monitor passenger load factors and the impact on regional tourism figures in the coming quarter.

Minjun Park · Retail News Asia newsroom

Questions & Answers

Which routes are operated by Cebu Pacific's subsidiary, Cebgo?

Cebgo operates the new routes from Clark to Caticlan and Busuanga, and from Cebu to Busuanga and Cotabato. These are all part of Cebu Pacific's domestic network expansion.

When did these new routes begin operation?

Flights from Clark to Caticlan and Busuanga began on May 15, 2017. The new services from Cebu to Busuanga and Cotabato started on May 16, 2017.

What is the frequency of the new flights between Cebu and Busuanga?

The new direct flights between Cebu and Busuanga operate three times weekly. These flights are scheduled for Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.

What are the benefits Cebu Pacific expects from these new domestic flights?

Cebu Pacific believes these flights will benefit residents in Boracay, Palawan, Cotabato, and outside Metro Manila by boosting trade and tourism. They also expect to attract both leisure and business travellers.

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