Travelling from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB): what you need to know
Flying during a popular month like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to break up your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a city that interests you. The top stopovers on the CMB - CEB route are:
Hong Kong International Airport
Changi International Airport
Dubai Airport
To see whether you need a visa to enter Philippines, check with your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with all the necessary information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from CMB to CEB.
Arriving at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Consider booking a hotel near CEB if you're catching a late flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Handy information about Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Bandaranaike International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 39 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 1 hour and 31 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near CMB:
More about Cebu
Flight from CMB to CEB? Booked. Somewhere to stay in Cebu? We can help with that too. Rest your head at Mabini Sky View Resort or Deo City Condominium.
Taoist Temple Cebu and Tops Lookout are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Cebu to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Cebu IT Park.
Getting from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to central Cebu
From Mactan-Cebu International Airport, Cebu is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 47 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Complete your Cebu trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we do. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, check out our great car rental offers that'll give you the freedom to travel around at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the ideal Cebu stay.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bandaranaike International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport is $281. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $562. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from CMB to CEB, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when looking for your ticket from Bandaranaike International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from CMB to CEB. There's no need to check every day to find out if airfares have dropped. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes.
Take advantage of filters to find the perfect journey for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
When to fly to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
July is the busiest month for flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Cebu in February.
When booking your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Cebu, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 33ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CMB to CEB in February. Average temperatures are between 23ºC and 30ºC then.