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Cebu Pacific, a low-cost airline from the Philippines, calls Manila its base and operates from Pasay. As the country’s largest air carrier, its history began in 1988, and the first flights were made in 1996. The airline’s name reflects its origins: the first flights operated between Manila and Cebu.

Cebu Pacific serves over 60 destinations in the Philippines and has extensive domestic coverage. It has also expanded beyond national borders, offering flights to other Asian cities. The main center of operations is the Ninoy Aquino International Airport in Manila, which also operating from other important airports, such as Cebu, Clark, Davao, and Kalibo.

In 2022, the Cebu Pacific fleet comprised about 80 aircraft, mainly Airbus A320 and A321. Before the negative impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on global air travel, the airline carried more than 19 million passengers annually and employed more than 4,000 employees.

Cebu Pacific is well known for its vibrant brand, characterized by colorful aircraft and dynamic design aimed at promoting tourism. The airline became a member of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) in 2012, and its efforts to provide cost-effective travel solutions have been recognized with multiple awards, including AirlineRatings.com’s Asia’s Best Low-Cost Airline.

Cebu Pacific is owned by JG Summit Holdings, an investment company led by Filipino billionaire John Gokongwei, further strengthening its position in the regional aviation market.