Cebu Pacific Air has announced plans to reduce its flight frequencies and suspend certain routes through the summer of 2026 due to the ongoing global fuel crisis influenced by geopolitical conflicts in the Middle East. The airline will temporarily halt services between Davao and Bangkok Don Mueang from April 13 to October 23, and Iloilo with Bangkok Don Mueang from April 17 to October 24. Additionally, flights from Iloilo to Singapore Changi are scheduled to be suspended from June 15 to October 23.
In response to rising fuel costs, Cebu Pacific will also decrease weekly flight frequencies on several key routes, including Cebu to Singapore and Manila to Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, Melbourne, and Sydney. The carrier also postponed the planned launch of new flights between Angeles City Clark International and Hanoi Noi Bai International, originally scheduled for May 2.
Currently, Cebu Pacific operates a fleet of 94 aircraft serving 52 destinations with 98 routes, averaging 371 flights daily at Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport. The company stated that these measures are necessary to adapt to increased operational costs while maintaining essential connectivity.
The move reflects broader industry challenges, as airlines worldwide face surging fuel prices amid geopolitical tensions. Cebu Pacific is assessing its network and fleet strategies to ensure sustainability and operational resilience in this uncertain environment.
