Travelling from London to Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB): What you need to know
Mactan Cebu International Airport is located in Cebu. The city runs on the UTC+8 timezone and is eight hours ahead of London.
Your flight from London to CEB won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from London to CEB departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Here's where you could connect through:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Travelling from central London to LHR takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a comfortable hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Mactan Cebu International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Of all flights leaving London Heathrow Airport, 78% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Knock a new city off your list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from London to Mactan Cebu International Airport, browse these options when taking off from London Gatwick Airport:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
LGW is around 48 kilometres from central London. It'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your London to CEB flight, unwind in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
London Gatwick Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 82% of flights leaving here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
You can reserve a plane ticket from London to Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB) leaving from London Stansted Airport (STN) with a stopover. Dubai International Airport (DXB) is a busy connecting point.
From the centre of London, STN is around 56 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the airport by car and 45 minutes or so on public transport.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay close to London Stansted Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early London to Mactan Cebu International Airport flight:
STN has a stellar on-time arrivals rating of 80%, so you can count on your flight to stay on schedule and touch down when it should.
About Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Have a late flight from London to Mactan Cebu International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near CEB and turn out the lights sooner:
Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your London to Mactan Cebu International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB) to central Cebu
Mactan Cebu International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Cebu. It takes around 30 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling by public transport takes around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Right now, ₹ 36,454 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Mactan Cebu International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 69,106. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from London to CEB. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest London to Mactan Cebu International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from London to Mactan Cebu International Airport.
The best time to fly from London to Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB)
December is the quietest month for flights from London to Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB), while January is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Cebu based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your London to CEB plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. May is the warmest month in Cebu, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from London to Mactan Cebu International Airport in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC and 30ºC.
More about Cebu
Start your Cebu trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Mactan Cebu International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Bohol, Rainforest Park Cebu and TOPS Cebu are must-do's during your Cebu adventure.
Explore more of the Philippines
If you're ready to explore another major stop in the Philippines, consider Iloilo, roughly 161 kilometres west of Cebu. Molo Church, Tomulto Flower Farm and Museo Iloilo are among its highlights.
