Flying from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB): what you need to know
Cebu is five hours behind Auckland and is in the UTC+8 timezone.
To ensure you catch your AKL to CEB flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Auckland Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between AKL and CEB:
Changi International Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
Incheon International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Currently, AED 700 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Auckland Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is AED 1,737. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from AKL to CEB, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from AKL to CEB.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Auckland Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport.
Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
Of all flights departing from Auckland Airport, 69.31% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Auckland Airport from central Auckland, it takes around 30 minutes if you're traveling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 27 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near AKL? If you're catching an early flight from Auckland Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Book a hotel near CEB if you have a late Auckland Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Mactan-Cebu International Airport rental car and discover Cebu and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, National and Enterprise are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Mactan-Cebu International Airport around three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to central Cebu
From Mactan-Cebu International Airport, Cebu is approximately 19 kilometers away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the center by car.
When to fly to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
April is the most popular month for flights from Auckland Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Cebu in February.
Before locking in your flight from Auckland Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Cebu, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AKL to CEB in February. Average temperatures are between 23ºC (73ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Philippines
You've visited Cebu, now it's time to discover more of Philippines. Journey around 418 kilometers south-east to Davao to check off its top sights. From People's Park to D' Bone Collector Museum and Lon Wa Temple, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Philippines, consider General Santos, roughly 483 kilometers south of Cebu. Sanchez Peak, Bagong Buhay EcoPark (Purok 15 Mabuhay) and The Lord's Day Ministry International - Gen. San. Are key highlights.