Cebu Pacific Takes Flight for Pride

Flight 5J 905, Cebu Pacific's very first Pride flight, flew from Manila to Boracay on June 5, 2023 and was operated by a crew of LGBTQIA+ members and allies.

Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading airline, kicked off its Pride Month celebration with the launch of its very first Pride flight,  highlighting the airline’s unwavering commitment to diversity, inclusivity, and equity for every Juan.

The CEB Flight 5J 905, which flew from Manila to Boracay, was operated by LGBTQIA+ members and allies. The team includes Captain Bensie Tan, Captain Bettina Mercado, First Officer Lorenz Montinola, First Officer Chezka Carandang, Christopher Ian Mau, Kevin Jason Baetiong, Kimberly Naval, Niña Marudo, and Mikee Vitug.

Flight 5J 905, Cebu Pacific's very first Pride flight, flew from Manila to Boracay on June 5, 2023 and was operated by a crew of LGBTQIA+ members and allies.

Passengers on board were treated to Pride-themed giveaways, fun games, and an exclusive chance to win a free roundtrip domestic flight ticket, among others.

“We take great pride in the diversity and inclusivity that define Cebu Pacific's culture. Throughout the years, we have created a safe space for every Juan and have consistently progressed towards celebrating individuality. This year, we are thrilled to pay tribute to our moment makers from the Pride community by featuring them on a special flight—a truly remarkable way to kick off the celebration of Pride Month.” ~Candice Iyog, CEB Chief Marketing and Customer Experience Officer

The Pride Flight is only the first installment of CEB's lineup of events dedicated to Pride Month. Throughout June, CEB will host various training and online courses, all aimed at fostering equity and advocating for gender sensitivity in the workplace.

Flight 5J 905, Cebu Pacific's very first Pride flight, flew from Manila to Boracay on June 5, 2023 and was operated by a crew of LGBTQIA+ members and allies.

Flight 5J 905, Cebu Pacific's very first Pride flight, flew from Manila to Boracay on June 5, 2023 and was operated by a crew of LGBTQIA+ members and allies.

To further support the cause, several fundraising events have been planned to help the non-profit organization Golden Gays. The funds raised from these activities will be dedicated to extending assistance to the elderly members of the Golden Gays.

In 2019, CEB played a pivotal role in shaping Philippine aviation by employing the first transwomen cabin crew, Jess Labares and Mikee Vitug. The milestone serves as a testament to the airline’s steadfast commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace environment.

Join Cebu Pacific as it takes flight for Pride Month and celebrates diversity and inclusivity. For more information, visit www.cebupacificair.com.

Travel international for less with Cebu Pacific

The Philippines’ leading airline, Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), encourages everyJuan to fly international as it launches a special seat sale to support those who are raring to travel again to their favorite foreign destinations.

From October 17 until October 31, CEB will offer flights to top international destinations for as low as PHP 999 one-way base fare. Travel period is from October 17, 2022 until March 31, 2023 – allowing everyJuan to either fly immediately or plan trips ahead.

“We are excited to welcome more travelers on board our international flights. We continue to see an increased interest in leisure travel abroad, especially during the holiday season. We want them to fly once more through our guaranteed low fares.” ~Carmina Romero, CEB Corporate Communications Director

The airline has increased its flights to some destinations effective end-of-October. This includes top destinations such as Brunei; Bali and Jakarta in Indonesia; Bangkok in Thailand; Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh in Vietnam;  Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia; and Singapore. 

CEB will also resume its Davao to Singapore flights on October 30; as well as its flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu on October 31.

CEB currently flies direct to 19 international destinations which also includes Fukuoka, Narita, Nagoya, and Osaka in Japan; Seoul in South Korea; Sydney in Australia; and Dubai.

CEB continues to implement a multi-layered approach to safety while it operates with a 100% fully vaccinated crew, 95% of whom have been boosted – all to ensure everyJuan flies safely and conveniently on Cebu Pacific. Visit www.cebupacificair.com for more information.