Cebu Pacific Expands Network to Saudi Arabia with New Route

Cebu Pacific has announced direct flights from Manila International Airport to King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, starting March 1, 2026. The airline will operate four weekly flights, offering passengers a more affordable option for travel between the two cities. The route serves the Filipino migrant worker community and provides opportunities for cultural tourism. Cebu Pacific is offering a special sale from December 9 to 13, 2025, with one-way base fares starting at PHP 1, exclusive of surcharges and fees. The airline claims passengers can save up to 57% on roundtrip fares compared to other travel options on the route. The airline’s President and Chief Commercial Officer, Xander Lao, said the route addresses the needs of Filipino workers abroad and provides a convenient and affordable way for them to travel home. The airline remains committed to providing reliable and accessible connections for Filipinos wherever they may be in the world. The route launch reflects growing demand for travel between the Philippines and the Middle East, where Filipino workers represent a significant portion of the expatriate workforce. The airline’s decision to operate a direct flight may also reduce travel time and costs for workers visiting home or families traveling to Saudi Arabia. Cebu Pacific is now serving 37 domestic and 27 international destinations across Asia, Australia, and the Middle East. The airline has also recently expanded its widebody fleet with the delivery of 13th Airbus A330neo aircraft.