Travelling from Jakarta to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB): What you need to know
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is Jakarta's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Jakarta to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) taking off from here.
Cebu is one hour ahead of Jakarta. Mactan-Cebu International Airport is located in Cebu, which is in the UTC+8 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Jakarta to CEB.
During peak travel periods, allow for longer wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Jakarta to CEB with a stopover. To explore the options departing from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between CGK and CEB include:
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
CGK is around 32 kilometres from central Jakarta. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Jakarta to Mactan-Cebu International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these stays close to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport:
73.0% of flights taking off from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
HLP is about 14 kilometres from central Jakarta. It'll take you 25 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Jakarta to CEB flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Halim Perdanakusuma Airport:
About Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Jakarta to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near CEB:
Hit the road running by picking up a Mactan-Cebu International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, National or Enterprise and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cebu and beyond.
Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Jakarta to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Currently, $105 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Jakarta to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $258. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Jakarta to CEB. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Affordable Jakarta to Mactan-Cebu International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a better deal comes up on flight tickets from Jakarta to CEB.
Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Jakarta to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. Pick the flight times, carriers and stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from Jakarta to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
July is when most people book flights from Jakarta to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB). Plan your visit to Cebu in February for a quieter experience.
Lock in a Jakarta to CEB flight ticket departing in May if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Cebu to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Jakarta to Mactan-Cebu International Airport in February when temperatures are between 23ºC (73ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Cebu
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Cebu right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Jakarta to Mactan-Cebu International Airport:
You'll find loads of things to do in Cebu when you're ready to sightsee. Start exploring at Bohol followed by Boracay Gateway Tour and Pining Garden Resorts.
Explore more of the Philippines
You've visited Cebu, now it's time to explore more of the Philippines. Travel about 161 kilometres west to Iloilo to tick off its top attractions. From Sunflower Garden to Molo Church and Iloilo Instagramma Walls, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Iligan is another well-known destination in the Philippines and is around 241 kilometres south of Cebu. No trip is complete without visiting Dao River Escapade, Timoga Cold Springs and Mimbalot Falls.