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Cebu Pacific launches direct Manila-Chiang Mai flights

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(From L-R) TAT Director Yatika Kaewborisoo, Iyog, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Thailand to the Philippines His Excellency Tull Traisorat, and Lao lead the cake cutting ceremony to kick off CEB Manila-Chiang Mai flights. (Photo: Cebu Pacific)

Budget carrier Cebu Pacific has expanded its network with the inauguration of direct flights from Manila to Chiang Mai, Thailand.

The airline celebrated the launch with an event at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3 on October 29.

The airline will operate three weekly flights between Manila and Chiang Mai every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.

Cebu Pacific is the only Philippine carrier offering direct flights to Chiang Mai.

Partners from the media and travel agencies as well as passengers of 5J 874 pose for a photo prior to boarding CEB’s inaugural Manila-Chiang Mai flight. (Photo: Cebu Pacific)

The direct service reduces travel time to Chiang Mai by up to 8 hours compared to existing routing options. According to the airline, passengers can expect to save up to 64% on flight costs through this new service.

The launch event was attended by His Excellency Mr. Tull Traisorat, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Thailand to the Philippines, and Ms. Yatika Kaewborisoot, Director of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).

Passengers on the maiden flight were treated to Thai snacks and travel essentials from TAT.

The direct flights will provide Filipino travelers with easier access to Chiang Mai’s popular attractions, including the Lantern Festival in November and the Wat Phra That Doi Suthep temple.

Over the past few days, Cebu Pacific embarked on a massive regional expansion with the launch of new routes from its hubs at Cebu, Clark, Davao, and Iloilo.

Written by
Dirk Andrei Salcedo

Dirk is the founder and editor-in-chief of Aviation Updates Philippines (AUP), a platform dedicated to providing the latest news and insights on the aviation industry in the Philippines. With a strong passion for aviation and a background in computer engineering, he manages all aspects of AUP, from website development to content curation.

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