Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB): what you need to know
Cebu is eight hours ahead of Manchester and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your MAN to CEB flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Manchester Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MAN and CEB:
Hong Kong International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Right now, £242 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Manchester Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £531. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from MAN to CEB. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for a flight from Manchester Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport.
You don't need to check every day to find out 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 MAN to CEB.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Manchester Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport.
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
When it comes to Manchester Airport's on-time performance, 59.39% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Manchester Airport from central Manchester, it takes about 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 miles from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near MAN. Whether you're taking an early flight from Manchester Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
If you're getting in on a late Manchester Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near CEB:
Pick up a Mactan-Cebu International Airport rental car and discover Cebu and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, National and Enterprise are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Mactan-Cebu International Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to central Cebu
From Mactan-Cebu International Airport, Cebu is approximately 12 miles away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
The quietest month for a flight from Manchester Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Cebu based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Manchester Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Cebu, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAN to CEB around that time if you like cooler conditions.
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