Cebu Pacific on Thursday reported a 179 percent increase in net income for the first nine months of 2025, driven by strong passenger demand. The Gokongwei-led airline posted a net income of ₱9.5 billion from January to September, up from ₱3.4 billion during the same period last year.
Total revenue rose 18 percent to ₱87.6 billion, supported by 20 million passengers flown—a 14 percent increase year-on-year—resulting in a seat load factor of 84.8 percent. Gains from spare engines further bolstered profitability.
For the third quarter, Cebu Pacific recorded a net income of ₱499 million, reversing a ₱173 million loss in the same quarter of 2024. Quarterly revenue reached ₱24.3 billion, up 5 percent year-on-year, with over 6 million passengers flown despite seasonal slowdown.
The airline’s growth was underpinned by an 18 percent increase in available seat kilometers and an 11 percent rise in flights year-to-date, driven by the transition to larger, more fuel-efficient NEO aircraft. By September, Cebu Pacific was operating over 3,100 weekly flights across 124 routes.
“Cebu Pacific delivered a strong year-to-date performance despite seasonal headwinds,” CEO Michael Szucs said, highlighting the resilience of the airline’s business model and disciplined cost management. He added that the airline remains focused on affordable, sustainable, and efficient air travel.
