Travelling from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7, which is 15 hours behind Cebu.
To ensure you get on your CEB to LAX flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. These are the top stopovers between CEB and LAX:
Ninoy Aquino International Airport
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
Narita International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Right now, 307 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 502 €. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from CEB to LAX, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across each month and land a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from CEB to LAX by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
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Handy information about Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
69.4% of flights leaving from Mactan-Cebu International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Cebu to Mactan-Cebu International Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
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Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
If you have a late Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near LAX:
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Reserving your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport around one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
LAX is located at One World Way.
From Los Angeles International Airport, Los Angeles is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 55 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The quietest month for a flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Los Angeles based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CEB to LAX in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
San Diego is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
If you're ready to explore another side of United States, consider San Jose, roughly 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are among the biggest draws.