Travelling from Osaka to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Osaka. Check out your options leaving from Kansai International Airport (KIX) or Kobe Airport (UKB) when booking your flight from Osaka to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB).
Take off on a direct Osaka to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 4 hours 35 minutes.
Mactan-Cebu International Airport is located in Cebu. The city is in the UTC+8 timezone and is one hour behind Osaka.
Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) is the most popular route, with 8 direct services every week. You can travel from KIX to CEB on Cebu Pacific Air's 8:55am departure.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Osaka to CEB. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Kansai International Airport (KIX). Direct flights from Osaka to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) operate from here.
When taking off from KIX, you can catch a direct flight from Osaka to Mactan-Cebu International Airport with Philippine Airlines.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between KIX and CEB is Philippine Airlines.
Philippine Airlines is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Osaka to CEB. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Kansai International Airport (KIX). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
KIX is around 48 kilometres from central Osaka. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from Osaka to Mactan-Cebu International Airport? First Cabin Kansai Airport and Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport - 3 Mins Walk to the Airport are close to Kansai International Airport. They're a particularly good option if you're catching an early flight.
Of all flights departing from Kansai International Airport, 67.95% arrive on time at their destination.
You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Itami Airport (ITM)
Work a stopover into your journey at Narita International Airport (NRT). It's a key transfer point for flights from Osaka to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) departing Itami Airport.
Depending on road traffic, you can drive to ITM from the centre of Osaka in around 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 16 kilometres away.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Osaka to CEB flight? Relax in a hotel near Itami Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Itami Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77.41%.
The address for ITM is 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
If you're making the trip to UKB from central Osaka, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there by car. The journey is roughly 40 kilometres.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to Kobe Airport and know you'll get to your gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Osaka to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight:
UKB has a stellar on-time arrivals rating of 85.15%, so there's a high chance your flight will stay on track and reach your destination as planned.
You'll find Kobe Airport at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
About Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Osaka to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near CEB:
Pick up a Mactan-Cebu International Airport rental car and explore Cebu and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, National and Enterprise are top outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Osaka to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Mactan-Cebu International Airport is R 1,757. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 3,658. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Osaka to CEB. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Affordable Osaka to Mactan-Cebu International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Osaka to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
July is the busiest month for flights from Osaka to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB). Visit Cebu in February if you prefer a quieter experience.
Book an Osaka to CEB plane ticket departing in May if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Cebu to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Osaka to Mactan-Cebu International Airport in February when temperatures are between 23ºC (73ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Cebu
After booking your flight from Osaka to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Cebu:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Bohol, Boracay Gateway Tour and Pining Garden Resorts are leading attractions which should be on every Cebu itinerary.
Explore more of the Philippines
You've seen Cebu, now it's time to discover more of the Philippines. Journey about 161 kilometres west to Iloilo to tick off its leading attractions. From Sunflower Garden to Molo Church and Iloilo Instagramma Walls, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another great destination in the Philippines, head for Iligan, about 241 kilometres south of Cebu. Dao River Escapade, Timoga Cold Springs and Mimbalot Falls are highlights.
