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South Korean low-cost carrier Jeju Air will introduce regular nonstop service connecting Busan Gimhae International Airport (PUS) with Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) beginning December 17, 2026. Operating five times weekly, the new route breaks Philippine Airlines’ sole operation between the two cities and expands flight alternatives for travelers based in southeastern South Korea. Jeju Air Official Promotion Announcement

Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 HL8051 aircraft parked at Narita International Airport
Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 (HL8051) aircraft. The same aircraft type is scheduled on the Busan–Manila route. Photo: Masakatsu Ukon / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0

Flight Timetable and Route Details

The Busan–Manila service will operate on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays using single-class 189-seat Boeing 737-800 aircraft.

Route Flight No. Departure Arrival Operating Days Aircraft Notes
Busan (PUS) → Manila (MNL) 7C2163 21:30 00:45 (+1) Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat B737-800 Inaugural flight Dec 17
Manila (MNL) → Busan (PUS) 7C2164 01:45 (+1) 06:50 (+1) Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun B737-800 Return service starts Dec 18

All scheduled times are local. Flight duration is approximately 4 hours and 15 minutes, with a one-hour time difference between South Korea (UTC+9) and the Philippines (UTC+8).

Gimhae International Airport enforces a strict nighttime noise curfew between 23:00 and 06:00. Flight 7C2163 is scheduled to depart at 21:30, well ahead of the curfew window, while inbound flight 7C2164 lands at 06:50, shortly after the airfield reopens. If severe weather or airport congestion in Manila delays the return flight, arrival before the 23:00 curfew on subsequent rotations can occasionally force diversions to Incheon International Airport. Travelers should monitor live flight tracking on their departure day.

Jeju Air official portal flight schedule and promotional fares for Busan to Manila
Jeju Air official promotional portal illustrating flight timetables and introductory fares for the Busan–Manila route, captured October 13, 2026 · Jeju Air

Fare Classes and Promotional Terms

To celebrate the route launch, Jeju Air launched an introductory ticket promotion running from October 12 through October 25, 2026.

Category Offer Details
Sales Window October 12, 2026 – October 25, 2026
Travel Period December 17, 2026 – March 27, 2027 (Winter Season)
Starting Fare From 120,100 KRW one-way (including fuel surcharge and airport fees)
Promo Code PUSMNL (Jeju Air members only; up to 50% discount on base fares)
Payment Benefits Instant discount up to 100,000 KRW with KakaoPay; billing discount up to 100,000 KRW with Woori Card × UnionPay
Partner Perks Up to 9% hotel discounts via HotelPass; complimentary 1GB eSIM for the first 1,000 applicants via USIMSA

When booking promotional LCC fares, review baggage inclusions carefully. The entry-level ‘FLY’ fare permits only one 10kg piece of carry-on baggage with zero checked baggage allowance. Adding checked luggage at airport check-in counters incurs significant surcharges compared to purchasing upfront. Travelers traveling with luggage should select the ‘FLYBAG’ fare, which includes 15kg of checked baggage.

Gimhae International Airport international terminal building exterior
Gimhae International Airport International Terminal building. Jeju Air check-in counters are located on the second floor. Photo: LERK / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

Gimhae Airport Departure Procedures

Passengers departing from Gimhae should keep the following operational tips in mind:

  1. Recommended Arrival Time: Flight 7C2163 departs at 21:30. Gimhae International Airport experiences peak security screening volume during the evening bank of departures heading to Southeast Asia and Japan. Factoring in evening traffic along the Namhae Expressway and Gonghang-ro, plan to arrive at least 2 hours and 30 minutes prior to departure (around 19:00).
  2. Mobile Check-In: Online boarding passes can be generated via the Jeju Air app from 24 hours up to 90 minutes before scheduled departure. Passengers without checked luggage can proceed directly to security screening using their digital boarding pass.
  3. Check-In Deadline: Physical counter check-in and baggage drop close precisely 60 minutes prior to departure (20:30).
Interior view of Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3 arrival hall
Interior arrival hall at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3. Photo: RoyKabanlit / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

Manila Airport Arrival and Midnight Logistics

Jeju Air operates exclusively from Terminal 3 at Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA). Confirm your terminal before coordinating ground pickups or connecting flights.

Mandatory Requirements Before Entering the Philippines

  • eTravel Portal Registration: The Philippine Bureau of Immigration enforces a mandatory digital registration system (eTravel) replacing physical paper arrival cards. Passengers must register within 72 hours before departure via the official portal (etravel.gov.ph). Save the generated QR code on your mobile device or print a copy for inspection. The official government service is completely free of charge; do not submit payment information to deceptive third-party clone websites.
  • Passport Validity and Outbound Ticket: Passports must be valid for at least six months beyond arrival in the Philippines. In addition, an onward or return ticket departing within 30 days is mandatory for visa-free entry. Travelers holding one-way tickets without onward documentation will be denied boarding at Gimhae Airport.

Post-Midnight Ground Transport Options

Flight 7C2163 touches down in Manila at 00:45 past midnight. Immigration clearance and baggage collection typically take passengers through the exit gates after 01:30.

  • Grab Ride-Hailing: Official Grab booking booths and pickup points operate on the ground-level arrival curbside of Terminal 3. Avoid aggressive unmetered private taxi touts, which frequently overcharge or pose safety risks. Download the Grab app in advance and link a payment card, or use the airport-regulated yellow metered taxi queue.
  • Covered Walkway to Airport Hotels: Travelers seeking immediate rest can utilize ‘Runway Manila,’ an air-conditioned pedestrian skybridge connecting the 4th floor of Terminal 3 directly to Newport City. Accommodations including the Belmont Hotel and Savoy Hotel are reachable within a 10-minute walk without crossing ground-level roadways.
  • Domestic Flight Transfers: Travelers connecting to domestic destinations such as Cebu, Boracay (Caticlan), or Palawan must check departure terminal assignments. Connecting to Philippine Airlines Domestic (Terminal 2) or AirAsia (Terminal 4) requires traversing public city streets by taxi or shuttle bus, which takes at least 30 minutes. Reserve a minimum transit window of 3.5 to 4 hours between flights.

Verification Date and Primary Sources

Verification Date: October 13, 2026. This report was compiled from official Jeju Air booking advisories, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport (MOLIT) route filings, and Manila International Airport Authority operating standards. Flight frequencies and entry prerequisites remain subject to regulatory adjustment.

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