Travelling from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 35 minutes.
Osaka is one hour ahead of Cebu and follows the UTC+9 timezone.
Every week, there are 12 Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport flights. If you want to get going as early as possible, go for the 02:20 Cebu Pacific Air flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 13:00 with Philippine Airlines.
Your CEB to KIX flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak time such as April? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Cebu Pacific has direct flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Osaka — and maybe even more of Japan if your schedule allows.
Most travellers choose to fly with Cebu Pacific on this route.
Philippine Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering CEB to KIX flights. A reliable 97.14% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport. These are the top stopovers between CEB and KIX:
Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport
Gimhae International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)
$89 is the best price for a one-way Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport flight. A return flight starts at $289. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from CEB to KIX. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from CEB to KIX by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Of all flights leaving Mactan-Cebu International Airport, 69% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Cebu to Mactan-Cebu International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The trip on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near CEB? If you've booked an early flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KIX instead:
Grab a Kansai International (Osaka) Airport rental car and explore Osaka and beyond with your own wheels. BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE and TravelCar are top outlets to choose from here.
Increase your likelihood of scoring the best possible rate by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport several weeks in advance is a smart idea.
Getting from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX) to central Osaka
You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Kansai International (Osaka) Airport to central Osaka has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport. November is the busiest month to head to Osaka. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Osaka is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CEB to KIX around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be explored after you've seen Osaka. Around 402 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Tokyo Skytree, Fushimi Inari Daimyojin and Sensho-ji.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Japan, consider Nagoya, roughly 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka. Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade are key reasons to visit.


