Flying from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to General Santos International Airport (GES): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to General Santos International Airport.
Flights from CEB to GES start from 05:15 — the first with Cebu Pacific Air. The last departure is at 15:05 with Cebgo. In total, there are 77 weekly Mactan-Cebu International Airport to General Santos International Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your CEB to GES flight.
During popular months like April, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
A number of airlines offer direct flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to General Santos International Airport, so getting to General Santos (and then seeing more of Philippines!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
Cebu Pacific Air tops the list for bookings on this route.
Cebu Pacific Air is the most punctual carrier that operates CEB to GES flights. A dependable 87.07% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
Pick a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to General Santos International Airport. Mandurriao Airport is a popular stopover on the CEB to GES route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to General Santos International Airport (GES)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Mactan-Cebu International Airport to General Santos International Airport flight is R 359. A return plane ticket is currently R 757. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CEB to GES.
The cheapest month for flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to General Santos International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from CEB to GES by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to General Santos International Airport.
Handy information about Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
When it comes to Mactan-Cebu International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.4% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Mactan-Cebu International Airport from central Cebu, it takes around 45 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a convenient hotel near CEB? If you're catching an early flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to General Santos International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at General Santos International Airport (GES)
Consider booking a hotel close to GES if you have a late Mactan-Cebu International Airport to General Santos International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Getting from General Santos International Airport (GES) to central General Santos
General Santos International Airport is roughly 24 kilometres from the centre of General Santos. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to General Santos International Airport (GES)
The quietest month for a flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to General Santos International Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to General Santos based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to General Santos International Airport for March if you want to explore General Santos during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CEB to GES sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Philippines
General Santos has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Philippines just waiting to be discovered. About 113 kilometres north-east of General Santos, a visit to Davao will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like People's Park, D' Bone Collector Museum and Lon Wa Temple.
Zamboanga is another standout destination in Philippines and is around 338 kilometres west of General Santos. No trip is complete without a visit to Fort Pilar, Grande Sta. Cruz Island, Zamboanga City and Great Santa Cruz Island.