Flying from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
Amsterdam's timezone is UTC+1, making Amsterdam seven hours behind Cebu.
To ensure you catch your CEB to AMS flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CEB and AMS:
Changi International Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Narita International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
R 4,881 is currently the best price for a one-way Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight. Return flights start at R 12,596. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from CEB to AMS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
69.4% of flights that take off from Mactan-Cebu International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Mactan-Cebu International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Cebu. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to CEB:
Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
If you have a late Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near AMS:
Grab an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car and discover Amsterdam and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar and Alamo are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is approximately 23 kilometres from central Amsterdam. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The quietest month for a flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is January, while June is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Amsterdam based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol for August if you'd like to go to Amsterdam during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CEB to AMS in February. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of Netherlands
Rotterdam is just one of the many places in Netherlands waiting to be discovered once you've seen Amsterdam. Around 56 kilometres away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Markthal, Erasmus Bridge and Euromast Tower.
The Hague is another must-experience destination in Netherlands and is around 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam. No journey is complete without dropping by Galerie Pulchri, Faizul-Islam Mosque and The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies.
