Travelling from Bangkok to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to jet off from in Bangkok. Explore your options departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) when reserving your flight from Bangkok to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB).
3 hours 45 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Bangkok to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight.
Cebu is one hour ahead of Bangkok. Mactan-Cebu International Airport is located in Cebu, which runs on the UTC+8 timezone.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Bangkok to CEB. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
High season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Take the express route from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Direct flights from Bangkok to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) operate from here.
When departing from BKK, you can catch a direct flight from Bangkok to Mactan-Cebu International Airport with Philippine Airlines.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between BKK and CEB is Philippine Airlines.
Philippine Airlines tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 92.31% of its services arriving on schedule.
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Bangkok to CEB that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between BKK and CEB include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Clark International Airport (CRK)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Bangkok, BKK can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Suvarnabhumi Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Bangkok to Mactan-Cebu International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Of the flights that depart from Suvarnabhumi Airport, 67.87% land on time at their destination.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Think about setting out from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). You can book a direct Bangkok to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) flight ticket from this hub.
From DMK, direct flights from Bangkok to CEB are available with Cebu Pacific Air.
Cebu Pacific Air is the most popular choice for travellers flying from DMK to CEB.
Add a little extra to your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Bangkok to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. Check out these connections between Don Mueang International Airport and CEB:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in around 1 hour 5 minutes. The terminal is roughly 27 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Don Mueang International Airport the day before your Bangkok to CEB flight:
Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 66.48%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that leave from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
About Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
If you have a late flight from Bangkok to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near CEB:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Mactan-Cebu International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, National or Enterprise and discover more of Cebu and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks in advance of your Bangkok to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Currently, $146 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $269. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snap up cheap flights from Bangkok to CEB, book your ticket one month before your planned departure.
June is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a Bangkok to Mactan-Cebu International Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Stay on top of deals for flight tickets from Bangkok to CEB by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when prices go down.
Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Bangkok to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and number of stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from Bangkok to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
February is the quietest month for flights from Bangkok to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB), while July is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Cebu based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Bangkok to CEB flight ticket departing in May if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Cebu to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Mactan-Cebu International Airport in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Cebu
After booking your flight from Bangkok to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Cebu:
Your Cebu visit isn't complete without checking out the sights. Highlights you won't want to miss include Bohol, Boracay Gateway Tour and Pining Garden Resorts.
Explore more of the Philippines
You've visited Cebu, now it's time to explore other parts of the Philippines. Travel around 161 kilometres west to Iloilo to tick off its popular sights. From Sunflower Garden to Molo Church and Iloilo Instagramma Walls, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another major destination in the Philippines, head for Iligan, roughly 241 kilometres south of Cebu. Dao River Escapade, Timoga Cold Springs and Mimbalot Falls are highlights.