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Cheap Flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Mactan-Cebu International

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Flight deals from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Mactan-Cebu International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Mactan-Cebu International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Cebu.Rs2,901 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Nov.One-way flight with Sunlight Air.Outbound direct flight with Sunlight Air departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Sun, 23 Nov, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs2,901, select.
Cebu.Rs3,744 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Sunlight Air.Outbound direct flight with Sunlight Air departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs3,744, select.
Cebu.Rs3,970 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Sep.One-way flight with Sunlight Air.Outbound direct flight with Sunlight Air departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs3,970, select.
Cebu.Rs4,195 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Dec.One-way flight with Sunlight Air.Outbound direct flight with Sunlight Air departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Sun, 14 Dec, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs4,195, select.
Cebu.Rs4,885 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Aug.One-way flight with Philippines AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with Philippines AirAsia departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs4,885, select.
Cebu.Rs4,957 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Jul.One-way flight with Philippines AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with Philippines AirAsia departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Sun, 27 Jul, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs4,957, select.
Cebu.Rs5,721 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Jan.One-way flight with Philippines AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with Philippines AirAsia departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Mon, 5 Jan, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs5,721, select.
Cebu.Rs5,721 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Mar.One-way flight with Philippines AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with Philippines AirAsia departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs5,721, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Mactan-Cebu International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Manila Ninoy Aquino to Mactan-Cebu International flights are currently cheapest in November.
Jun
from Rs9,433
Jul
from Rs4,957
Aug
from Rs4,885
Sep
from Rs3,970
Oct
from Rs3,744
Nov
from Rs2,901
Dec
from Rs4,195
Jan
from Rs5,721
Feb
from Rs5,721
Mar
from Rs5,721
Apr
from Rs8,008
May
from Rs5,721

Direct flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Mactan-Cebu International

Manila Ninoy Aquino to Mactan-Cebu International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Cebu below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Mactan-Cebu International.

Manila to Cebu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs2,901
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time1 hr, 34 mins
Most popular airlineCebu Pacific
Average flights per week233

Finding cheap flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Mactan-Cebu International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Mactan-Cebu International is Rs9,152. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 34 minutes is the average flight time from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Mactan-Cebu International.
Cebu Pacific, Philippines AirAsia and Philippine Airlines fly direct from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Mactan-Cebu International.
As of June 2025, there are 241 flights per week flying from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Mactan-Cebu International.
The cheapest month to fly from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Mactan-Cebu International is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport on Thursday, 2 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 34 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Mactan-Cebu International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cebu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Sunlight Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Mactan-Cebu International.

Travelling from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport is 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • Manila and Cebu follow the same timezone, UTC+8.

  • You can choose from 1,377 weekly Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flights. The 00:00 departure with Philippines AirAsia is the earliest you can take. Cebgo operates the last service of the day at 23:40.

  • Leave enough time to catch your MNL to CEB flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as April? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • A good range of airlines offer direct flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. Fly nonstop to Cebu with these top carriers and get to know this amazing part of Philippines:

  • The majority of passengers choose to fly with Sunlight Express Airways on this route.

  • With 74.2% of services landing as planned, Philippine Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering MNL to CEB flights.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between MNL and CEB:

    • Godofredo P. Ramos Airport

    • Mandurriao Airport

    • Silay International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)

  • Currently, Rs2,901 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs9,152. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Book seven months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from MNL to CEB.

  • June is the cheapest month for flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MNL to CEB by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport.

Handy information about Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Ninoy Aquino International Airport, 70.07% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • Central Manila to Ninoy Aquino International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes when using public transport.

  • Looking for a handy hotel close to MNL? If you're boarding an early flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CEB instead:

  • Begin your adventure by picking up a Mactan-Cebu International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, National or Enterprise and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cebu and beyond.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Mactan-Cebu International Airport about three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.

Getting from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to central Cebu

  • Mactan-Cebu International Airport to central Cebu has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.

When to fly to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport is February, while April is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Cebu based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • Book your flight from Ninoy Aquino International 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.

  • February sees average temperatures of between 23ºC and 30ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MNL to CEB sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

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