Cebu Pacific’s Performance in Q1-2025

Cebu Pacific reveals that it transported seven million passengers and generated PHP30.4 billion in revenue over the initial three months of 2025. The airline experienced a 20% growth year-on-year by the end of this quarter.

In a statement issued on May 9, the carrier credited its revenue increase primarily to a 26% rise in passenger volume compared to the same period last year.

This growth resulted in over PHP21 billion in passenger revenue, a 19% increase, alongside more than PHP7 billion in additional earnings, reflecting a 22% uptick.

The airline, led by the Gokongwei Group, operated 99 aircraft servicing 63 destinations at the close of Q1.

Optimism for Future Prospects

Cebu Pacific’s Chief Financial Officer, Mark Cezar, stated: “We remain optimistic on our financial outlook. Underlying demand for affordable air travel remains strong, and we’ve made earlier strategic investments to ensure resilient operations. Leveraging these existing assets, Cebu Pacific remains well positioned for sustainable growth and improving profitability.”

Additionally, the airline reported maintaining an Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of PHP6.7 billion despite surging operational costs due to a larger fleet and expanded services. This equates to an EBITDA margin of 22%. Furthermore, the reported operating income was PHP1.96 billion, culminating in a net income of PHP466 million.