Flying from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Seoul: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Seoul and you'll be travelling for around 4 hours 35 minutes.
Seoul is 1 hour ahead of Cebu, where Mactan-Cebu International Airport is located. Seoul operates on the UTC+9 timezone.
The busiest route is from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Incheon International Airport (ICN). You can select from 67 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CEB to ICN is the 00:10 Korean Air service. If you'd rather travel later, the final departure is at 15:40 with Cebu Pacific.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from CEB to Seoul.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
You can book a direct flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Seoul. Start your trip at CEB and end it at Incheon International Airport (ICN).
A good selection of airlines offer direct flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Seoul. The most popular include:
We make it simple to plan a flight from CEB to Seoul that includes a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
When travelling to South Korea for tourism purposes, you will need an embassy visa if you have a passport from Philippines. However, visa rules can change and other documentation may be needed depending on the purpose and duration of your stay. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Seoul.
CEB is about 19 kilometres from central Cebu. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 47 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a handy hotel close to CEB? If you're catching an early flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Seoul, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Seoul
42 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Seoul. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 101 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Book 9 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from CEB to Seoul.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Seoul. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) to the centre of Seoul is approximately 48 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 44 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Seoul. Book one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
If you're staying in Seoul's centre (or just want to start sightseeing straight away), the city is around 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). See if you can spot any information desks to get directions after disembarking your flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Seoul.
The trip will take roughly 1 hour and 3 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to rest your head close to GMP. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from CEB to Seoul at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Seoul
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Seoul while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Seoul, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Book your flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Seoul for August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 19ºC to 32ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC and 4ºC. Search for cheap flights from CEB to Seoul around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Seoul
Start your Seoul trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Seoul, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village are a couple of major attractions to add to your Seoul itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at N Seoul Tower.
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