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Cebu.$1,112 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Aug, returning Tue, 2 Sep.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,112, select.
Cebu.$1,158 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 May, returning Mon, 19 May.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 12 May, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Mon, 19 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,158, select.
Cebu.$1,182 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Aug, returning Wed, 12 Nov.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 5 Aug, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,182, select.
Cebu.$1,182 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Sep, returning Tue, 7 Oct.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,182, select.
Cebu.$1,186 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Nov, returning Thu, 4 Dec.Return flight with STARLUX Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with STARLUX Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Inbound indirect flight with STARLUX Airlines, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,186, select.
Cebu.$1,186 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Sep, returning Sat, 27 Sep.Return flight with STARLUX Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with STARLUX Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 12 Sep, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Inbound indirect flight with STARLUX Airlines, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Sat, 27 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,186, select.
Cebu.$1,191 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Oct, returning Thu, 6 Nov.Return flight with STARLUX Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with STARLUX Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Inbound indirect flight with STARLUX Airlines, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,191, select.
Cebu.$1,207 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Oct, returning Mon, 26 Jan.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Mon, 26 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,207, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Mactan-Cebu International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Mactan-Cebu International flights are currently cheapest in May.
May
from $1,158
Jun
from $1,980
Jul
from $1,673
Aug
from $1,264
Sep
from $1,186
Oct
from $1,266
Nov
from $1,310
Dec
from $2,074
Jan
from $1,341
Feb
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Mar
from $1,468
Apr
from $1,340

San Francisco International to Mactan-Cebu International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Francisco International to Cebu below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Mactan-Cebu International.

San Francisco to Cebu: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,112
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Mactan-Cebu International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Mactan-Cebu International is $1,112. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Francisco International to Mactan-Cebu International. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,112.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from San Francisco International to Mactan-Cebu International.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Mactan-Cebu International is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport on Wednesday, 27 August 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Francisco International Airport and Mactan-Cebu International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Mactan-Cebu International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cebu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Cathay Pacific offers the cheapest flight tickets to Mactan-Cebu International.

Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Cebu is UTC+8, which is 15 hours ahead of San Francisco.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to make your SFO to CEB flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between SFO and CEB:

    • Ninoy Aquino International Airport

    • Narita International Airport

    • Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)

  • $671 is currently the best price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight. Return flights start from $1,112. These fares can change based on demand and availability.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from SFO to CEB, book early. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from SFO to CEB is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.

  • Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • Of the departures from San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to SFO:

Arriving at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a San Francisco International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CEB instead:

  • Hit the road running by picking up a Mactan-Cebu International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, National or Enterprise and explore beyond Cebu's usual tourist stops.

  • To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Mactan-Cebu International Airport around three weeks before your trip.

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 45 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.

When to fly to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)

  • The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport is February, while April is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Cebu based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • Lock in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport for May if you want to visit Cebu during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SFO to CEB in February. Temperatures average between 23ºC (73ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.

Explore more of Philippines

  • Cebu is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Philippines waiting to be explored. Around 418 kilometres south-east of Cebu, a visit to Davao will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like People's Park, D' Bone Collector Museum and Lon Wa Temple.

  • Around 483 kilometres south of Cebu, General Santos is another favourite stop in Philippines. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Sanchez Peak, Bagong Buhay EcoPark (Purok 15 Mabuhay) and The Lord's Day Ministry International - Gen. San..

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