Flying from Los Angeles to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Los Angeles to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB). Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are the main airports in Los Angeles.
Cebu is 15 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Mactan-Cebu International Airport is located in Cebu, which operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Los Angeles to CEB. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're getting away during a peak month like July, make your way to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines will be longer during holiday periods like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing flights from Los Angeles to CEB departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The distance from central Los Angeles to LAX is around 32 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Planning to catch an early flight from Los Angeles to Mactan-Cebu International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Los Angeles International Airport:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Los Angeles to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these stops between Van Nuys Airport and CEB:
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
With public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in around 1 hour and 41 minutes. The airport is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 34 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before boarding your flight from Los Angeles to CEB? Check in to a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
About Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Consider staying in a hotel near CEB if you're catching a late flight from Los Angeles to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to central Cebu
Mactan-Cebu International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Cebu. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 47 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Mactan-Cebu International Airport is Rs113,849. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs191,761. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
We recommend booking as soon as you can to get cheap tickets from Los Angeles to CEB. You're more likely to bag a bargain and have a wider choice of departure times and dates.
Use the 'Whole month' search tool and compare the prices of tickets from Los Angeles to Mactan-Cebu International Airport across each month. The lowest fares are highlighted in green, making it easy to find a flight that fits your budget.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
July is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Cebu in February when things are quieter.
Schedule your flight from Los Angeles to CEB for May if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Cebu to range from 25ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Mactan-Cebu International Airport in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC and 30ºC on average.
More about Cebu
Start your Cebu trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
One of the best ways to experience Cebu is to explore its leading attractions. Some highlights include Taoist Temple Cebu, Tops Lookout and Cebu IT Park.
Complete your Cebu trip with a car rental
Once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Los Angeles to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, the next step is choosing one of our car rentals in Cebu. Check out the exclusive deals and easily compare your options on price, fuel policies, and more.