Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB): what you need to know
The timezone in Cebu is UTC+8, which is eight hours ahead of London.
To ensure you get on your LHR to CEB flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between LHR and CEB include:
Hong Kong International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight is Rs110,894. A round-trip ticket is currently Rs185,773. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from LHR to CEB, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across every month and land a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from LHR to CEB by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
68.18% of flights departing from London Heathrow Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To get to London Heathrow Airport from central London, it'll take around 55 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near LHR. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Reserve a hotel near CEB if you're on a late London Heathrow Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Mactan-Cebu International Airport rental car and explore Cebu and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, National and Enterprise are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Mactan-Cebu International Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to central Cebu
Mactan-Cebu International Airport to central Cebu has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When to fly to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Cebu. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport for May if you want to explore Cebu during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from LHR to CEB in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 23ºC and 30ºC on average.
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