Dubai to Manila flights for Dh3; airline launches Philippine Independence Day deal
From today, June 11, until June 15, travellers from Dubai to Manila may book their flights for as low as Dh3 one-way base fare, exclusive of fees and surcharges, via Cebu Pacific (CEB). The budget airline said the promo is in time for the 127th Philippine Independence Day on Thursday.
The Dh3 one-way base fare is the price of a CEB airline ticket before fees, taxes and other surcharges are added. The final ticket price will increase when additional fees are added.
'The travel period will start from December 1, 2025, to May 31, 2026, ideal for those planning year-end holidays or meaningful summer trips in the Philippines,' CEB said in a statement sent to Khaleej Times.
'(We) invite travellers to discover the country's rich history and cultural heritage. Upon arriving in Manila, travellers can visit various tourist attractions that perfectly tell the vibrant history of the Philippines,' CEB added.
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Cebu Pacific advises tourists visiting Manila, the Philippine capital, to visit Intramuros – a walled city fortress dating back to Spanish times, as well as the National Museum for Fine Arts, Natural History, and Anthropology.
There are more destinations outside Manila, including the Banaue Rice Terraces (dubbed by locals as the '8th Wonder of the Modern World'. Travellers can also visit the city of Vigan, which boasts well-preserved Spanish colonial architecture. They can also go to Davao to see Lake Sebu and visit its famous Lotus Garden and Seven Falls.
Cebu Pacific operates flights to 26 international destinations, spanning across Asia, Australia, and the Middle East. It also has 37 domestic destinations, with hubs in Manila, Cebu, Clark, Iloilo, and Davao.
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