Cebu Pacific, the Philippines’ leading airline, on Sunday launched its A330neo flights to Bohol-Panglao International Airport, further enhancing connectivity to the island province while giving Bohol residents more opportunities to explore the Philippines and the rest of the world.
The 459-seat aircraft will operate between Manila and Bohol daily, allowing more Filipinos and international travelers to experience the island province’s natural attractions and wildlife.
To celebrate the milestone, the maiden A330neo flight was greeted with a water canon salute upon landing at Bohol-Panglao International Airport, symbolizing a new chapter for Cebu Pacific’s operations in the province.
Dignitaries who celebrated the arrival in a ceremony at the airport included Bohol Gov. Erico Aumentado; Retired Lt. Gen. Rozzano Briguez, deputy director general for operations of the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines; Maria Cecilia Natividad, Cebu Pacific vice president for corporate affairs; Terence Delomoney, chief operations officer of Aboitiz Airports; Joanne Pinat, officer in charge of the Bohol Provincial Tourism Office; and Insp. Eulalio Gementiza, Bohol provincial fire marshal for the Bureau of Fire Protection.
“The first A330neo flight marks a new chapter for Bohol-Panglao International Airport,” Aumentado said. “This achievement strengthens our tourism, boosts our economy, and showcases what collaboration can accomplish.”
“As we bring the A330neo to more domestic routes like Bohol, we reinforce our mission to make travel accessible for every Juan and to support tourism and economic growth across the Philippines,” Natividad added.
Cebu Pacific is the largest operator of A330neo aircraft in the Asia-Pacific, currently with a total of 13 of the aircraft in its fleet. Cebu Pacific currently operates A330neo flights to Cebu, Davao, General Santos, and Puerto Princesa, as well as several international destinations across Asia, Australia, and the United Arab Emirates.
This initiative supports the airline’s commitment to offering greater comfort, higher capacity, and more sustainable travel. The A330neo’s efficiency and range allow the airline to serve key domestic and regional destinations with flexibility and cost effectiveness.
The Airbus NEOs are the latest-generation aircraft that burn up to 25 percent less fuel per flight and produce less noise compared to the previous generation. The decrease in fuel consumption leads to a corresponding reduction in aircraft carbon emissions.
