Travelling from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB): what you need to know
The timezone in Cebu is UTC+8, which is 12 hours ahead of Tampa.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your TPA to CEB flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Currently, R 11,435 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Tampa International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 19,517. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from TPA to CEB if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Tampa International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport.
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Handy information about Tampa International Airport (TPA)
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Tampa International Airport, data shows 78.59% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Tampa International Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Tampa. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes on public transport.
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Arriving at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
If you're coming in on a late Tampa International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near CEB:
Grab a Mactan-Cebu International Airport rental car and explore Cebu and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, National and Enterprise are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Mactan-Cebu International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to central Cebu
From Mactan-Cebu International Airport, Cebu is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
April is the most popular month for flights from Tampa International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Cebu in February.
When reserving your flight from Tampa International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Cebu, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from TPA to CEB in February. Temperatures average between 23ºC (73ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
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