Travelling from Philadelphia to Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB): What you need to know
Mactan Cebu International Airport is located in Cebu. The city is in the UTC+8 timezone and is 13 hours ahead of Philadelphia.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Philadelphia to CEB.
With more travellers during busy months like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Fourth of July.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Stopovers offer the opportunity to visit a new place or just take a break during your journey. When looking for a cheap flight from Philadelphia to CEB, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH) is an option when leaving from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).
The journey from central Philadelphia to PHL takes about 30 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Philadelphia International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Philadelphia to Mactan Cebu International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Philadelphia International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
TTN is about 48 kilometres from central Philadelphia. It'll take 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Trenton-Mercer Airport the day before your Philadelphia to CEB flight:
76% of flights out of Trenton-Mercer Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
TTN is located at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Book a hotel close to CEB if you have a late flight from Philadelphia to Mactan Cebu International Airport. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
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Getting from Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB) to central Cebu
Central Cebu is around 11 kilometres from Mactan Cebu International Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB)
509 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Mactan Cebu International Airport. Return flights start at 960 €. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Philadelphia to CEB. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Philadelphia to Mactan Cebu International Airport ticket.
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Find an affordable flight from Philadelphia to Mactan Cebu International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Philadelphia to Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB). January is the most popular month to visit Cebu. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in December.
The warmest month in Cebu is May, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Philadelphia to CEB plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
February sees temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Philadelphia to Mactan Cebu International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Cebu
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Cebu right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Mactan Cebu International Airport:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Bohol, Rainforest Park Cebu and TOPS Cebu are essential stops on your Cebu itinerary.
Explore more of the Philippines
Iloilo is another essential stop in the Philippines and is around 161 kilometres west of Cebu. No trip is complete without visiting Molo Church, Tomulto Flower Farm and Museo Iloilo.