Flying from Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Los Angeles is 16 hours behind Cebu, where Mactan Cebu International Airport is located. Los Angeles runs on the UTC-8 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to make your CEB to Los Angeles flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even tick off a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from CEB to Los Angeles, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Cebu, CEB can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near CEB. Whether you're taking an early flight from Mactan Cebu International Airport to Los Angeles or just don't like being rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
Of the flights that depart from Mactan Cebu International Airport, 69% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Los Angeles
The best price we've seen for a one-way Mactan Cebu International Airport to Los Angeles flight is 389 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 650 €. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from CEB to Los Angeles if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Scoring cheap tickets from Mactan Cebu International Airport to Los Angeles is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to access the lowest fares across each month and land an awesome deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from CEB to Los Angeles by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Mactan Cebu International Airport to Los Angeles.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is around 29 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 35 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour.
Look into staying at a hotel near LAX if you're coming in on a late flight from Mactan Cebu International Airport to Los Angeles. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from CEB to Los Angeles.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is about 29 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. Once you've hopped off your flight from Mactan Cebu International Airport to Los Angeles, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 15 minutes or so.
There are some great places to drop your things at near VNY. Kick back and get cosy after your CEB to Los Angeles flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Generally speaking, the sooner you book, the better the prices and selection of vehicles. Secure your ride from VNY once you know your travel dates.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Mactan Cebu International Airport to Los Angeles. July is the busiest month to visit Los Angeles. If you like a quieter vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Mactan Cebu International Airport to Los Angeles plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CEB to Los Angeles in February when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Mactan Cebu International Airport to Los Angeles, browse our range of hotels including:
Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Sign are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Los Angeles to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Hollywood Bowl.
Explore more of the United States
San Diego is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the southeast, its best attractions include San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
San Jose is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 499 kilometres northwest of Los Angeles. No journey is complete without experiencing Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.