Flying from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
Cebu (the location of Mactan-Cebu International Airport) and Kuala Lumpur share the same timezone — UTC+8.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your CEB to Kuala Lumpur flight.
Heading off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from CEB to Kuala Lumpur, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
CEB is around 14 kilometres from central Cebu. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Kuala Lumpur? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near CEB:
Of the departures from Mactan-Cebu International Airport, 69.4% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Kuala Lumpur
Rs10,051 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Kuala Lumpur flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is Rs26,477. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from CEB to Kuala Lumpur if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for your Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Kuala Lumpur ticket.
You don't need to check in daily to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from CEB to Kuala Lumpur.
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Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The distance from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur is roughly 64 kilometres. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near KUL:
Grab a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car and discover Kuala Lumpur and beyond with your own wheels. ASIA CAR, Paradise and GoSoCar are top providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from CEB to Kuala Lumpur.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) is about 24 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur. After your flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, it'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to SZB. Here are a few options where you can check in after your CEB to Kuala Lumpur flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the rates and availability from Sixt, WAHDAH and Agtran.
Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride one week ahead of your arrival at SZB can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
Before securing your flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Kuala Lumpur offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Book your Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Kuala Lumpur flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from CEB to Kuala Lumpur around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Kuala Lumpur
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Kuala Lumpur right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Kuala Lumpur:
Merdeka Square and Petronas Twin Towers are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Kuala Lumpur travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Central Market Cultural Performances.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Bharu is just one of the many cities in Malaysia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Kuala Lumpur. Around 338 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Johor Bahru is another favourite destination in Malaysia and is around 290 kilometres south-east of Kuala Lumpur. No trip is complete without seeing Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque, Popular Book Store at Johor Bahru City Square and Danga Bay.
