Travelling from Dubai to Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB): What you need to know
Dubai International Airport (DXB) is Dubai's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Dubai to Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB) jetting off from here.
9 hours 5 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Dubai to Mactan Cebu International Airport flight.
The timezone in Cebu is UTC+8, which is four hours ahead of Dubai. Mactan Cebu International Airport is located in Cebu.
Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB) is the most popular route, with 7 direct services each week. You can travel from DXB to CEB on Emirates's 2:50am flight.
To ensure you catch your flight from Dubai to CEB, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time like January? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Dubai International Airport (DXB) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Dubai to Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB) leave from this terminal.
When jetting out of DXB, you can catch a direct flight from Dubai to Mactan Cebu International Airport with Emirates.
Emirates sees the most traveller bookings for flights from DXB to CEB.
Among carriers operating on this route, Emirates leads the way for on-time arrivals.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Dubai to CEB leaving from Dubai International Airport (DXB), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Dubai to Mactan Cebu International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to Dubai International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dubai International Airport, data shows 71% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
DWC is around 48 kilometres from central Dubai. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Al Maktoum International Airport the day before your Dubai to CEB flight:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 71%.
About Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Consider staying in a hotel close to CEB if you have a late flight from Dubai to Mactan Cebu International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and get some sleep sooner:
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle around three weeks before your Dubai to Mactan Cebu International Airport flight.
Getting from Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB) to central Cebu
From Mactan Cebu International Airport, central Cebu is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Mactan Cebu International Airport is 176 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 330 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book three months before your departure date. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Dubai to CEB.
The best month for scoring cheap Dubai to Mactan Cebu International Airport tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Dubai to Mactan Cebu International Airport.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB)
December is the quietest month for flights from Dubai to Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB), while January is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Cebu based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Cebu is May, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Dubai to CEB plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
February sees temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Dubai to Mactan Cebu International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Cebu
After booking your flight from Dubai to Mactan Cebu International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Cebu:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Bohol, Rainforest Park Cebu and TOPS Cebu are popular attractions which should be on any good Cebu itinerary.
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