Holy Week is a significant time for Filipinos, marked by reflection, reunions, and often, travel. Whether it’s participating in religious activities or embarking on a vacation, Cebu Pacific aims to ensure every Juan enjoys a comfortable air travel experience this Holy Week. With airports bustling during this period, here are essential tips from Cebu Pacific to make your air travel smoother.
Preparing for Takeoff
Timeliness is Key: To avoid the rush and ensure a stress-free experience at the airport, Cebu Pacific advises passengers to plan ahead for traffic and arrive at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminals 3 and 4 well in advance. For domestic flights, arriving at least three hours before departure is recommended, and for international flights, four hours. Those flying to Dubai can check in as early as seven hours before their flight.
Online Check-in: Skip the long lines by checking in online through the Cebu Pacific mobile app or the Manage Booking section on the Cebu Pacific website. This convenient option is available from 48 hours to one hour before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Passengers who’ve checked in online and are traveling light without checked baggage can breeze through NAIA Terminal 3 Gate 1 directly to the boarding gates with their digital boarding pass.
Stay Informed and Organized: For international travelers, filling out the eTravel forms within 72 hours before your flights is crucial for a seamless immigration process. Remember, round-trip passengers need to complete this form twice. Moreover, packing smartly ensures your carry-on and personal item do not exceed 7kg and fit perfectly in the overhead bin or under the seat, avoiding any last-minute fees at the gate.
Enhancing Your Travel Experience
Baggage Simplified: Cebu Pacific encourages passengers to take advantage of prepaid baggage options for savings and convenience this Holy Week. Recently, the airline has updated its baggage policy, allowing up to three pieces of 20kg baggage, with options to add extra weight. Purchasing these allowances online is significantly cheaper than at the airport.
Self-Service for a Swift Journey: At selected domestic airports, travelers can use self-tag kiosks for their luggage before heading to the bag drop counters, streamlining the check-in process.
Stay Updated: Always check your flight’s status on the Cebu Pacific website and be mindful of check-in counter closing times—45 minutes before domestic flights and one hour for international flights. After checking in, proceed through immigration and security checks promptly to avoid any delays.
Know Your Terminal: Double-check your itinerary and boarding pass to ensure you head to the correct NAIA terminal. Cebu Pacific’s 5J flights operate from NAIA Terminal 3, while Cebgo (DG) flights to and from Manila fly out of NAIA Terminal 4 at Domestic Road, Pasay City.
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