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

2 airlines fly nonstop from General Santos International Airport (GES) to Mactan–Cebu International (CEB). It's 302 miles (486 km), about 1h 15m in the air. Operated by Cebu Pacific Air, Philippine Airlines.

GES
General Santos International Airport
🇵🇭 General Santos City, Philippines
CEB
Mactan–Cebu International
🇵🇭 Cebu City, Philippines
Flight Time
1h 15m
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
GES → CEB
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
302 mi
Philippine Airlines PR Philippine Airlines
Route
GES → CEB
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
302 mi

Alternative Routes

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

GES ILO (Iloilo) CEB
Leg 1: 1h 25m (373 mi) Leg 2: 50m (107 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 114 kg CO₂ (+104% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GES → ILO
1h 25m · 373 mi
View GES to ILO flights →
Leg 2
ILO → CEB
50m · 107 mi
View ILO to CEB flights →
GES MNL (Manila) CEB
Leg 1: 2h (644 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (351 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 209 kg CO₂ (+273% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GES → MNL
2h · 644 mi
View GES to MNL flights →
Leg 2
MNL → CEB
1h 30m · 351 mi
View MNL to CEB flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from General Santos City (GES) to Cebu City (CEB) takes approximately 1 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 302 miles (486 km).

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

2 airlines: Cebu Pacific Air, Philippine Airlines.

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

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

How far is General Santos City from Cebu City?

The flight distance from General Santos City to Cebu 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 General Santos City to Cebu City?

At 1h 15m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

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

Is the return flight from Cebu City to General Santos 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 General Santos City to Cebu 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 General Santos International Airport for this flight?

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