Direct (nonstop) flights from Cebu City to General Santos City

2 airlines fly nonstop from Mactan–Cebu International (CEB) to General Santos International Airport (GES). It's 302 miles (486 km), about 1h 20m in the air. Operated by Cebu Pacific Air, Philippine Airlines.

CEB
Mactan–Cebu International
🇵🇭 Cebu City, Philippines
GES
General Santos International Airport
🇵🇭 General Santos City, Philippines
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
302 mi
486 km
CO₂/pax
56 kg
−58 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Cebu Pacific Air +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Cebu Pacific Air Cebu Pacific Air Philippine Airlines Philippine Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Cebu Pacific Air 5J Cebu Pacific Air
Route
CEB → GES
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
302 mi
Philippine Airlines PR Philippine Airlines
Route
CEB → GES
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
302 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Cebu City to General Santos City with one stop · direct emits 56 kg CO₂ per passenger

CEB ILO (Iloilo) GES
Leg 1: 55m (107 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (373 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 114 kg CO₂ (+104% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CEB → ILO
55m · 107 mi
View CEB to ILO flights →
Leg 2
ILO → GES
1h 20m · 373 mi
View ILO to GES flights →
CEB MNL (Manila) GES
Leg 1: 1h 28m (351 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (644 mi) Total: ~3h 38m 🍃 209 kg CO₂ (+273% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CEB → MNL
1h 28m · 351 mi
View CEB to MNL flights →
Leg 2
MNL → GES
2h 10m · 644 mi
View MNL to GES flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Cebu City to General Santos City?

A nonstop flight from Cebu City (CEB) to General Santos City (GES) takes approximately 1 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 302 miles (486 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Cebu City to General Santos City?

2 airlines: Cebu Pacific Air, Philippine Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Cebu City to General Santos City?

Yes. 2 airlines: Cebu Pacific Air, Philippine Airlines.

How far is Cebu City from General Santos City?

The flight distance from Cebu City to General Santos City is 302 miles (486 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Cebu City to General Santos City?

At 1h 20m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Cebu City to General Santos City?

Roughly 56 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 280 km.

Is the return flight from General Santos City to Cebu City also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cebu City to General Santos City?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Mactan–Cebu International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.