Sorry, I don’t see any general thread for Philippines so I am posting my question here.

I need to fly from Boracay back to MNL. There are only two choices Cebu Pacific and PAL Express. I think Cebu Pacific flies ATR vs PAL Express flies A320. Fares charged by Cebu Pacific is less than 50% that of PAL Express. I am really not sure there is that much of a difference for the price difference. Anyone has any thoughts on which one should I pick? I assume I have to pay extra for checked bags at Cebus Pacific, but PAL Express might include one? Thanks.