Flying from Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Shanghai: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Mactan Cebu International Airport to Shanghai is 4 hours 35 minutes.
Shanghai's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Cebu (the location of Mactan Cebu International Airport).
With three flights a week between the two airports, Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the busiest route. China Eastern Airlines operates the earliest flight at 02:40. If you're eager to make the most of your day before taking off, the last departure from CEB to PVG is with China Eastern Airlines at 02:40.
To avoid missing your CEB to Shanghai flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as January? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can book a direct Mactan Cebu International Airport to Shanghai ticket. Begin your trip at CEB and arrive at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
China Eastern Airlines is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Mactan Cebu International Airport to Shanghai.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from CEB to Shanghai with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
CEB is around 14 kilometres from central Cebu. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Mactan Cebu International Airport to Shanghai? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to CEB:
Of the flights that depart from Mactan Cebu International Airport, 69% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Shanghai
₹ 9,603 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Mactan Cebu International Airport to Shanghai flight. Return plane tickets start from ₹ 19,385. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Book two months before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from CEB to Shanghai.
The best month for landing cheap Mactan Cebu International Airport to Shanghai tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Mactan Cebu International Airport to Shanghai, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near PVG:
Boost your chances of scoring a great deal by booking early. Reserving your ride from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from CEB to Shanghai is a good idea.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Central Shanghai is around 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Once your flight from Mactan Cebu International Airport to Shanghai has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 30 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near SHA. Here are a few options where you can check in after your CEB to Shanghai flight:
Get your preferred vehicle, not just whatever's left, by securing your ride from SHA ahead of time. You can also avoid paying more than you need to, especially during busy airport times.
The address for Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
February is the busiest month for flights from Mactan Cebu International Airport to Shanghai. To skip the crowds, visit Shanghai in December.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your Mactan Cebu International Airport to Shanghai plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Look for cheap tickets from CEB to Shanghai in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Shanghai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Shanghai right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Mactan Cebu International Airport to Shanghai:
Shanghai Tower and Shanghai Museum are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Shanghai itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out The Bund Sightseeing Avenue.
Explore more of China
Nanjing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored after you've seen Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Around 241 kilometres southwest of Shanghai, Puyang is another essential stop in China. Start your sightseeing at Xuanlushan Scenic Area, Xianhua Mountain and Minsheng Flower Sea.