Guidelines During Peak Season

Check out the peak travel dates and reminders so you can plan your flights ahead and avoid the rush.

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Peak travel times at the airport can be busy! Follow these handy tips to make your airport experience as smooth as possible.
  • October 29, 2025 to November 4, 2025
  • December 12, 2025 to January 6, 2026
  • March 25, 2026 to April 9, 2026
  • October 28, 2026 to November 3, 2026
  • December 18, 2026 to January 5, 2027

⚠️ Peak dates may change without prior notice.

 

📱Before your flight


  • ✅ Check-in online
    • Avoid long lines at the counter by checking in online using the Cebu Pacific app or website.
    • Learn more here: Check-in & Boarding Passes

 

 

  • 📝 Fill out necessary forms
    • All passengers entering or exiting the Philippines are required by the government to accomplish the e-Travel form.
      • Accomplish this within 72 hours before flight schedule for a smoother immigration screening.

 

  • 📥 Review your itinerary and terminal
    • If you're departing from Manila:
      • 5J flights: NAIA Terminal 3
      • DG flights: NAIA Terminal 2
      • T6 flights: NAIA Terminal 2

 


🛫 On the day of your flight


  • 🕒 Arrive early!
    • Domestic flights: Be at the airport at least three (3) hours before your flight schedule.
    • International flights: Be at the airport at least four (4) hours before your flight schedule.

 

  • 🛄 Use our self-bag drop service for your checked baggage at NAIA Terminal 3
    • Avoid long lines by dropping your baggage at Counters A1 – A3.
    • Self-bag drop is available for all domestic flights and select international flights.

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