Travelling from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB): what you need to know
Cebu is five hours ahead of Riyadh and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
To ensure you get on your RUH to CEB flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between RUH and CEB:
Ninoy Aquino International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight is £186. A round-trip fare is currently £323. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RUH to CEB if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from RUH to CEB by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from King Khaled International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport.
Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
86.76% of flights leaving King Khaled International Airport reach their destination on time. With its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from RUH.
Central Riyadh to King Khaled International Airport is approximately 25 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Have an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near RUH:
Arriving at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Reserve a hotel near CEB if you're on a late King Khaled International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Mactan-Cebu International Airport rental car and discover Cebu and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, National and Enterprise are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Mactan-Cebu International Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing 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 get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
The quietest month for a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Cebu based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Cebu is May, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
February sees average temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RUH to CEB sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
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