Travelling from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Ottawa is 12 hours behind Cebu, where Mactan-Cebu International Airport is located. Ottawa follows the UTC-4 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your CEB to Ottawa flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
CEB is around 14 kilometres from central Cebu. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
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69.4% of flights leaving from Mactan-Cebu International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Ottawa
$790 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Ottawa flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $1,704. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from CEB to Ottawa, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
The distance from Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa is roughly 24 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 40 minutes.
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Venture beyond Ottawa and discover places outside the usual tourist stops with your own set of wheels. You can pick up an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car from Hertz.
Reserve your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport a few weeks ahead of your flight from CEB to Ottawa. If you're travelling during a peak period, book even earlier to secure the best deal.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
After your flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Ottawa has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Ottawa is roughly 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
Public transport will get you there in about 45 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to YOW. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your CEB to Ottawa flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Grab an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the availability and rates from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget.
Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from YOW two weeks in advance often means more savings and a greater range of vehicles.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Before locking in your flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Ottawa, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Ottawa offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Ottawa flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CEB to Ottawa in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).
More about Ottawa
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Ottawa right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Ottawa:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill and National Gallery of Canada are must-visits when exploring Ottawa.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Canada you should also see. Around 354 kilometres south-west of Ottawa, a trip to Toronto will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Montreal is another essential stop in Canada and is around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. No trip is complete without visiting Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
