Travelling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB): what you need to know
The timezone in Cebu is UTC+8, which is six hours ahead of Helsinki.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your HEL to CEB flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between HEL and CEB:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Kansai International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Currently, £301 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £670. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from HEL to CEB. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from HEL to CEB.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport.
Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
60.23% of flights taking off from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach Helsinki-Vantaa Airport from central Helsinki, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 12 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near HEL? If you're catching an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CEB instead:
Grab a Mactan-Cebu International Airport rental car and explore Cebu and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, National and Enterprise are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Mactan-Cebu International Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to central Cebu
Mactan-Cebu International Airport is roughly 12 miles from central Cebu. Driving there takes about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Cebu. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Cebu, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from HEL to CEB in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
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