Flying from Phuket Airport (HKT) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB): what you need to know
Cebu is one hour ahead of Phuket and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your HKT to CEB flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Phuket Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between HKT and CEB include:
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Singapore Changi Airport
Hong Kong Intl Airport
Handy information about Phuket Airport (HKT)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Phuket Airport, 73% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Phuket Airport is about 32 kms (20 miles) from central Phuket. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near HKT? If you've booked an early flight from Phuket Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Book a hotel close to CEB if you're taking a late Phuket Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Mactan-Cebu International Airport rental car and explore Cebu and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, National and Enterprise are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Mactan-Cebu International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to central Cebu
Mactan-Cebu International Airport to the centre of Cebu has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 11 kms (7 miles) away.
It takes roughly 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Phuket Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Cebu. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in September.
The warmest month in Cebu is May, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Phuket Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
February has average temperatures of between 23ºC and 30ºC. Look for cheap tickets from HKT to CEB sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.