Flying from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is four hours behind Cebu.
Give yourself enough time to make your CEB to DXB flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Dubai Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between CEB and DXB include:
Singapore Changi Airport
Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport
Luzon Clark International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
At the moment, R 2,643 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 6,001. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CEB to DXB if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Dubai Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from CEB to DXB by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Dubai Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Of the flights that depart from Mactan-Cebu International Airport, 69% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Mactan-Cebu International Airport from central Cebu, it takes around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near CEB? If you're catching an early flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Dubai Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
Reserve a hotel close to DXB if you're taking a late Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Dubai Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Rental and see more of Dubai and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Dubai Airport about three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
From Dubai Airport, Dubai is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Dubai Airport. December is the busiest month to head to Dubai. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Book your flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Dubai Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CEB to DXB sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is just one of the many places in the United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered once you've seen Dubai. Around 23 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland.
Abu Dhabi is another sought-after destination in the United Arab Emirates and is around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. No journey is complete without dropping by Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace.
