Flying from Singapore to Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Singapore. Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Singapore to Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB) taking off from here.
3 hours 50 minutes is the average duration of a direct Singapore to Mactan Cebu International Airport flight.
Cebu (where Mactan Cebu International Airport is located) and Singapore share the UTC+8 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
The most popular route is from Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) to Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB), with 24 direct services every week. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from SIN to CEB is the 12:55am Cebu Pacific Air option. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 9:50pm with Scoot.
To ensure you get on your flight from Singapore to CEB, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like February. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for an international flight. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Singapore
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
You can find a direct flight from Singapore to Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB) leaving from Singapore Changi Airport (SIN).
Well-known carriers that offer direct flights from Singapore to Mactan Cebu International Airport out of SIN include:
Scoot sees the most traveller bookings for flights from SIN to CEB.
Singapore Airlines is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Singapore to CEB departing from Singapore Changi Airport (SIN), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Your journey might pause in:
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
SIN is around 19 kilometres from central Singapore. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Singapore Changi Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Singapore to Mactan Cebu International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just what you're after:
74% of flights departing from Singapore Changi Airport land at their destination on time.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
From the centre of Singapore, XSP is about 14 kilometres away. When working out your route, check whether public transport is an option or if it's more convenient to drive.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Seletar Airport the day before your Singapore to CEB flight:
Seletar Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 82% of flights out of here arrive right when they're supposed to.
About Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Reserve a hotel near CEB if you're catching a late flight from Singapore to Mactan Cebu International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Singapore to Mactan Cebu International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB) to central Cebu
From Mactan Cebu International Airport, central Cebu is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Singapore to Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB)
R 1,459 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Singapore to Mactan Cebu International Airport. Return flights start from R 2,066. These fares may change depending on availability.
Snap up cheap flights from Singapore to CEB by booking three months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Plan your trip for August. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on Singapore to Mactan Cebu International Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Singapore to Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB)
January is when most people book flights from Singapore to Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB). Plan your visit to Cebu in December if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Cebu is May, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Singapore to CEB plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Singapore to Mactan Cebu International Airport in February when temperatures are between 23ºC (73ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Cebu
Start your Cebu trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Singapore to Mactan Cebu International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Bohol, Rainforest Park Cebu and TOPS Cebu are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Cebu itinerary.
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