Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB): what you need to know
The timezone in Cebu is UTC+8, which is three hours behind Melbourne.
To ensure you catch your MEL to CEB flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time like December? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between MEL and CEB:
Singapore Changi Airport
Hong Kong Intl Airport
Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight is $313. A return fare is currently $587. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MEL to CEB, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when looking for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
63% of flights leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near MEL? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Reserve a hotel close to CEB if you're catching a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Mactan-Cebu International Airport rental car and discover Cebu and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, National and Enterprise are leading providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Mactan-Cebu International Airport about three weeks ahead.
Getting from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to central Cebu
Mactan-Cebu International Airport to the centre of Cebu has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
April is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Cebu in September.
Before locking in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine 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).
Search for cheap tickets from MEL to CEB in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.