Travelling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB): what you need to know
Cebu's timezone is UTC+8, making Cebu 15 hours ahead of Vancouver.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your YVR to CEB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight is ر.ق. 1,492. A return ticket is currently ر.ق. 2,629. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from YVR to CEB, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from Vancouver International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport.
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Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
71.77% of flights that depart Vancouver International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Vancouver to Vancouver International Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near YVR. Whether you've booked an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Reserve a hotel near CEB if you have a late Vancouver International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Mactan-Cebu International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, National or Enterprise and find adventure across Cebu and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Mactan-Cebu International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
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 drive to the centre.
When to fly to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Cebu. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Cebu is May, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Vancouver International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from YVR to CEB in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 23ºC and 30ºC on average.
Explore more of Philippines
Cebu has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Philippines you'll want to see. About 418 kilometres south-east of Cebu, a trip to Davao will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like People's Park, D' Bone Collector Museum and Lon Wa Temple.
If you want to check out another major destination in Philippines, consider General Santos, roughly 483 kilometres south of Cebu. Sanchez Peak, Bagong Buhay EcoPark (Purok 15 Mabuhay) and The Lord's Day Ministry International - Gen. San. Are among its highlights.