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Cebu.53 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Apr, returning Sun, 19 Apr.Return flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Philippine Airlines departs from General Santos International on Thu, 9 Apr, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Inbound direct flight with Philippine Airlines departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Sun, 19 Apr, arriving in General Santos International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 53 €, select.
Cebu.53 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Oct, returning Sat, 18 Oct.Return flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Philippine Airlines departs from General Santos International on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Inbound direct flight with Philippine Airlines departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Sat, 18 Oct, arriving in General Santos International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 53 €, select.
Cebu.53 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Nov, returning Tue, 11 Nov.Return flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Philippine Airlines departs from General Santos International on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Inbound direct flight with Philippine Airlines departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Tue, 11 Nov, arriving in General Santos International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 53 €, select.
Cebu.53 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep, returning Sun, 7 Sep.Return flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Philippine Airlines departs from General Santos International on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Inbound direct flight with Philippine Airlines departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Sun, 7 Sep, arriving in General Santos International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 53 €, select.
Cebu.53 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Feb, returning Sat, 28 Feb.Return flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Philippine Airlines departs from General Santos International on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Inbound direct flight with Philippine Airlines departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Sat, 28 Feb, arriving in General Santos International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 53 €, select.
Cebu.53 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 Aug, returning Sun, 10 Aug.Return flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Philippine Airlines departs from General Santos International on Sun, 3 Aug, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Inbound direct flight with Philippine Airlines departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Sun, 10 Aug, arriving in General Santos International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 53 €, select.
Cebu.57 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Jun, returning Thu, 3 Jul.Return flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Philippine Airlines departs from General Santos International on Sun, 29 Jun, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Inbound direct flight with Philippine Airlines departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Thu, 3 Jul, arriving in General Santos International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 57 €, select.
Cebu.57 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 31 Jul, returning Sun, 3 Aug.Return flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Philippine Airlines departs from General Santos International on Thu, 31 Jul, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Inbound direct flight with Philippine Airlines departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Sun, 3 Aug, arriving in General Santos International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 57 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from General Santos International to Mactan-Cebu International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like General Santos International to Mactan-Cebu International flights are currently cheapest in August.
May
from 128 €
Jun
from 82 €
Jul
from 57 €
Aug
from 53 €
Sep
from 53 €
Oct
from 53 €
Nov
from 53 €
Dec
from 68 €
Jan
from 63 €
Feb
from 53 €
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Apr
from 53 €

Direct flights from General Santos International to Mactan-Cebu International

General Santos International to Mactan-Cebu International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from General Santos International to Cebu below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Mactan-Cebu International.

General Santos to Cebu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found53 €
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time1 hr, 18 mins
Most popular airlinePhilippine Airlines
Average flights per week5

Finding cheap flights from General Santos International to Mactan-Cebu International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from General Santos International to Mactan-Cebu International is 53 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 18 minutes is the average flight time from General Santos International to Mactan-Cebu International.
Philippine Airlines, PAL Express and Cebu Pacific fly direct from General Santos International to Mactan-Cebu International.
As of May 2025, there are 5 flights per week flying from General Santos International to Mactan-Cebu International.
The cheapest month to fly from General Santos International to Mactan-Cebu International is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from General Santos International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport on Wednesday, 18 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 18 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Mactan-Cebu International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cebu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Philippine Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Mactan-Cebu International.

Travelling from General Santos International Airport (GES) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from General Santos International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • General Santos and Cebu are in the UTC+8 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.

  • Every week, there are 51 General Santos International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flights. If you prefer to get going as soon as possible, opt for the 07:10 Cebu Pacific Air flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 19:10 with Cebu Pacific Air.

  • To ensure you get on your GES to CEB flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

  • You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from General Santos International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Cebu adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this memorable corner of Philippines:

  • The majority of passengers choose to fly with Cebu Pacific Air on this route.

  • Cebu Pacific Air stands out as the most punctual carrier for GES to CEB flights, with 87.83% of services landing as scheduled.

  • If you'd like to check out a different city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from General Santos International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Mandurriao Airport is a sought-after stop between GES and CEB.

How to find the cheapest flights from General Santos International Airport (GES) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way General Santos International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight is 24 €. A return ticket right now is 53 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • To get cheap tickets from GES to CEB, reserve your journey eight months before your departure.

  • July is the cheapest month for flights from General Santos International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.

  • Landing cheap flights from GES to CEB is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from General Santos International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport.

Handy information about General Santos International Airport (GES)

  • General Santos International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 81.33% of flights that depart GES reach their destination without delay.

  • To get to General Santos International Airport from central General Santos, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near GES. Whether you're taking an early flight from General Santos International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)

  • If you have a late General Santos International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these accommodation options near CEB:

  • Pick up a Mactan-Cebu International Airport rental car and discover Cebu and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, National and Enterprise are popular outlets you can book with here.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Mactan-Cebu International Airport about three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.

Getting from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to central Cebu

  • Mactan-Cebu International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Cebu. The drive time takes about 45 minutes.

When to fly to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)

  • The quietest month for a flight from General Santos International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport is February, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Cebu based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • Book your flight from General Santos International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport for May if you'd like to visit Cebu during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GES to CEB in February. Temperatures average between 23ºC (73ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.

Explore more of Philippines

  • You've seen Cebu, now it's time to explore more of Philippines. Journey about 418 kilometres south-east to Davao to check off its popular sights. From People's Park to D' Bone Collector Museum and Lon Wa Temple, your itinerary will be busy.

  • General Santos is another sought-after destination in Philippines and is around 483 kilometres south of Cebu. No trip is complete without seeing Sanchez Peak, Bagong Buhay EcoPark (Purok 15 Mabuhay) and The Lord's Day Ministry International - Gen. San..

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