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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Tampa International to Mactan-Cebu International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Cebu.$1,671 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Jan, returning Wed, 11 Feb.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Tampa International on Thu, 22 Jan, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Wed, 11 Feb, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,671, select.
Cebu.$1,678 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Sep, returning Tue, 30 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Tampa International on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,678, select.
Cebu.$1,733 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Aug, returning Sat, 30 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Tampa International on Wed, 20 Aug, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,733, select.
Cebu.$1,962 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Jul, returning Wed, 27 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Tampa International on Wed, 16 Jul, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,962, select.
Cebu.$2,196 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Jul, returning Sat, 5 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Tampa International on Wed, 2 Jul, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Sat, 5 Jul, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,196, select.
Cebu.$2,248 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Jan, returning Sat, 31 Jan.Return flight with jetBlue and Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Tampa International on Mon, 5 Jan, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Sat, 31 Jan, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,248, select.
Cebu.$2,322 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Jun, returning Sun, 22 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Tampa International on Thu, 19 Jun, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Sun, 22 Jun, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,322, select.
Cebu.$2,680 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Jun, returning Wed, 2 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Tampa International on Fri, 20 Jun, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Wed, 2 Jul, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,680, select.

The cheapest month to fly from Tampa International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport

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Tampa International to Mactan-Cebu International: Alternative routes

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

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Cheapest flight found$1,671
Cheapest month to flyJanuary

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Tampa International to Mactan-Cebu International is $1,671. 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 Tampa International to Mactan-Cebu International. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,671.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Tampa International to Mactan-Cebu International.
The cheapest month to fly from Tampa International to Mactan-Cebu International is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Tampa International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport on Thursday, 22 January 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Tampa 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, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Mactan-Cebu International.

Travelling from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Cebu is UTC+8, which is 12 hours ahead of Tampa.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your TPA to CEB flight.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)

  • Currently, $1,187 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Tampa International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,671. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from TPA to CEB if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.

  • If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Tampa International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from TPA to CEB.

  • Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Tampa International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport.

Handy information about Tampa International Airport (TPA)

  • You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Tampa International Airport, data shows 78.59% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • Tampa International Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Tampa. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes on public transport.

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Arriving at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)

  • If you're coming in on a late Tampa International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near CEB:

  • Grab a Mactan-Cebu International Airport rental car and explore Cebu and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, National and Enterprise are popular providers to choose from here.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Mactan-Cebu International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.

Getting from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to central Cebu

  • From Mactan-Cebu International Airport, Cebu is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.

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

  • April is the most popular month for flights from Tampa International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Cebu in February.

  • When reserving your flight from Tampa International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Cebu, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

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

Explore more of Philippines

  • Cebu has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Philippines waiting to be discovered. Around 418 kilometres south-east of Cebu, a trip to Davao will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like People's Park, D' Bone Collector Museum and Lon Wa Temple.

  • General Santos is another essential stop in Philippines and is around 483 kilometres south of Cebu. No journey is complete without experiencing Sanchez Peak, Bagong Buhay EcoPark (Purok 15 Mabuhay) and The Lord's Day Ministry International - Gen. San..

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