BUDGET carrier Cebu Pacific will launch direct flights between Manila and Surigao in the next two weeks, expanding its domestic footprint despite the pandemic.
The once-a-week Manila-Surigao route, which will be introduced on January 16, will be operated by Cebgo, Cebu Pacific’s wholly-owned subsidiary using its ATR fleet.
“We are very pleased to launch this direct flight between Manila and Surigao as we believe this will contribute to the recovery of the travel and tourism industry. There is pent up demand for travel and this direct connection will allow both residents and tourists alike to fly to and from Surigao conveniently starting next year, be it for leisure or business purposes,” Cebu Pacific VP Candice Iyog said.
Iyog added that the carrier will also resume its direct Cebu-Surigao route on January 12.
The Province of Surigao del Norte requires arriving tourists to present a negative swab test result taken at least 48 hours before departure, a confirmed hotel booking for at least 15 days in an accredited facility, a printed copy of Surigao del Norte’s Provincial Health e-form, and a valid identification card.
Cebu Pacific currently flies to 30 domestic and five international destinations. It cut its operations significantly due to restrictions posed by Covid-19.
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