Travelling from Taipei to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can start your trip from in Taipei. Explore your options leaving from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) or Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) when searching for a flight from Taipei to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB).
2 hours 55 minutes is the average duration of a direct Taipei to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight.
Cebu's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Taipei. Mactan-Cebu International Airport is located in Cebu.
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) is the most popular route. There are 19 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, hop on the last flight with Starlux Airlines at 4:20pm. Opt for the first TPE to CEB departure with Starlux Airlines at 6:40am if you want to get going earlier.
Your flight from Taipei to CEB won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During peak travel periods, allow for extended wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Taipei to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) operate out of this terminal.
At TPE, there's a variety of carriers offering direct flights from Taipei to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, such as:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with EVA Air from TPE to CEB.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance on this route is EVA Air.
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Taipei, TPE can be reached in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Taipei to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, these accommodation options will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, data shows 74.72% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
TSA is around 6 kilometres from central Taipei. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Taipei to CEB flight? Check in to a hotel near Taipei Songshan Airport before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Taipei Songshan Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 91.15% of flights leaving here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
About Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Taipei to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CEB instead:
Pick up a Mactan-Cebu International Airport rental car and discover Cebu and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, National and Enterprise are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Taipei to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
R 1,169 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Taipei to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. A return flight starts at R 2,477. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Book two months before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Taipei to CEB.
July is when you're most likely to land a fantastic deal on a Taipei to Mactan-Cebu International Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Taipei to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Taipei to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB). July is when most people travel to Cebu. If you like things a bit more low-key, go in February.
The warmest month in Cebu is May, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Taipei to CEB plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from Taipei to Mactan-Cebu International Airport in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Cebu
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Cebu right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Taipei to Mactan-Cebu International Airport:
Your trip to Cebu should come with a side of sightseeing. Highlights that belong on your itinerary include Bohol, Boracay Gateway Tour and Pining Garden Resorts.
Explore more of the Philippines
Cebu is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the Philippines waiting to be explored. Around 161 kilometres west of Cebu, a visit to Iloilo will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Sunflower Garden, Molo Church and Iloilo Instagramma Walls.
Iligan is another standout destination in the Philippines and is around 241 kilometres south of Cebu. No trip is complete without experiencing Dao River Escapade, Timoga Cold Springs and Mimbalot Falls.