Flying from Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB) to London: what you need to know
London is eight hours behind Cebu, where Mactan Cebu International Airport is located. London runs on the UTC+0 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your CEB to London flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from CEB to London with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
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CEB is about 14 kilometres from central Cebu. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near CEB? If you've booked an early flight from Mactan Cebu International Airport to London, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Of the flights that depart from Mactan Cebu International Airport, 69% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB) to London
The best price we've seen for a one-way Mactan Cebu International Airport to London flight is R 4,532. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 11,991. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from CEB to London if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
Scoring cheap tickets from Mactan Cebu International Airport to London is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest prices across each month and land an epic deal.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an extra saving on cheap flights from CEB to London.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is roughly 24 kilometres. It'll take you around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Mactan Cebu International Airport to London, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near LHR:
Reserving your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport around one week ahead of your flight from CEB to London can help you lock in the best possible rate.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
After your flight from Mactan Cebu International Airport to London has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 48 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near LGW. Settle in and get cosy after your CEB to London flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from LGW three weeks in advance often means more savings and a greater selection of vehicles.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
London Stansted Airport (STN) is about 56 kilometres from central London. It takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the city centre in a ride-share or taxi once you've hopped off your flight from Mactan Cebu International Airport to London.
The journey will take you around 45 minutes using public transport.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near STN after your CEB to London flight. Recover from a day of travel or simply take a moment to get your bearings in a new city at:
Plan ahead and enjoy the payoff. Book your ride from STN four weeks before your flight from Mactan Cebu International Airport to London for the best deals.
Best time to go to London
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Mactan Cebu International Airport to London. July is the most popular month to travel to London. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in January.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your Mactan Cebu International Airport to London plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from CEB to London around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about London
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in London right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Mactan Cebu International Airport to London:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Westminster Abbey, The British Museum and Big Ben are must-visits when exploring London.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom just waiting to be discovered. Around 257 kilometres northwest of London, a visit to Manchester will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
If there's time to check out another major destination in the United Kingdom, head for Birmingham, roughly 161 kilometres northwest of London. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are among the biggest draws.