Flying from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Wattay International Airport (VTE): what you need to know
The timezone in Vientiane is UTC+7, which is one hour behind Cebu.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your CEB to VTE flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Wattay International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CEB and VTE:
Hong Kong International Airport
Incheon International Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
Rs34,798 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Wattay International Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs69,048. These prices may change based on availability.
It's usually best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from CEB to VTE. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when looking for a flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Wattay International Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from CEB to VTE by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Wattay International Airport.
Handy information about Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Mactan-Cebu International Airport, 69.4% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Cebu to Mactan-Cebu International Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Have an early flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Wattay International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to CEB:
Arriving at Wattay International Airport (VTE)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Wattay International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near VTE instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Wattay International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Avis or Budget and explore beyond Vientiane's usual tourist stops.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Wattay International Airport around three weeks ahead.
Getting from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to central Vientiane
From Wattay International Airport, Vientiane is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Wattay International Airport (VTE)
August is the busiest month for flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Wattay International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Vientiane in February.
When reserving your flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Wattay International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Vientiane, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 42ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap tickets from CEB to VTE around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Laos
Vientiane has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Laos waiting to be discovered. Around 467 kilometres south-east of Vientiane, a trip to Pakse will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Wat Luang, Champasak Historical Heritage Museum and Golden Buddha.
Thakhek is another favourite destination in Laos and is around 241 kilometres east of Vientiane. No journey is complete without seeing MAG UXO Visitor Centre, Wat Nabo and Mekong Riverside View Point.