Flying from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Vancouver: what you need to know
Mactan-Cebu International Airport is located in Cebu. Based in the UTC-7 timezone, Vancouver is 15 hours behind Cebu.
Leave plenty of time to make your CEB to Vancouver flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from CEB to Vancouver, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
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Central Cebu to CEB is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to reach there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near CEB. Whether you've booked an early flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Vancouver or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
Of all flights leaving Mactan-Cebu International Airport, 69.4% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Vancouver
₹ 26,567 is currently the best price for a one-way Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Vancouver flight. Return flight tickets start from ₹ 57,797. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from CEB to Vancouver if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Vancouver across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
There's no need to check back constantly to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an even better deal on cheap flights from CEB to Vancouver.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to the centre of Vancouver takes around 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Vancouver, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near YVR:
Pick up a Vancouver International Airport rental car and discover Vancouver and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from CEB to Vancouver can help you get the lowest rate.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) is roughly 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. After your flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Vancouver, it'll take you around 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 15 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near CXH. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your CEB to Vancouver flight:
Get the vehicle you actually want, not just what's available, by booking your ride from CXH in advance. You can also avoid paying extra, especially during peak travel times.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Abbotsford Airport (YXX) is about 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. It takes about 1 hour to get to the city centre by cab or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Vancouver.
Public transport can get you there in about 1 hour 30 minutes.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, find a hotel near YXX. Check in to one of these stays after your CEB to Vancouver flight:
Begin your travels without worrying about how to get to your next stop with an Abbotsford Airport rental car. Find your perfect set of wheels with trusted companies here like Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise.
Around one week before your flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Vancouver is the ideal time to secure your vehicle from YXX. You're likely to find a better rate or pick up some early bird promotions.
Best time to go to Vancouver
Before securing your flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Vancouver, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Vancouver offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season brings better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Lock in a Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Vancouver flight ticket with a departure in August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 24ºC.
December has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from CEB to Vancouver around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Vancouver
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Vancouver right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Vancouver:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Granville Island, Stanley Park and Science World are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Vancouver itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Vancouver has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Canada you'll want to see. Around 274 kilometres east of Vancouver, a trip to Kelowna will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Canada, consider Kamloops, roughly 257 kilometres north-east of Vancouver. Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre are among its highlights.