Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB): what you need to know
Cebu's timezone is UTC+8, making Cebu five hours ahead of Istanbul.
Leave plenty of time to catch your IST to CEB flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between IST and CEB include:
Ninoy Aquino International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Currently, R 5,860 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 13,710. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from IST to CEB if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from IST to CEB by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
To get to Istanbul Ataturk Airport from central Istanbul, it takes around 50 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near IST? If you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Book a hotel close to CEB if you have a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Mactan-Cebu International Airport rental car and explore Cebu and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, National and Enterprise are top providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Mactan-Cebu International Airport around three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to central Cebu
Mactan-Cebu International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Cebu. Driving there takes about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Cebu based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport for May if you'd like to go to Cebu during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from IST to CEB in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
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