Flying from Beijing to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Beijing to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB). Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Daxing International Airport (PKX) are Beijing's main airports.
Beijing and Cebu (where Mactan-Cebu International Airport is located) share the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch when you arrive.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Beijing 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 flying during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Beijing to CEB. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
To get to PEK from central Beijing, it takes about 40 minutes to drive the 31 kilometres or so.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Beijing Capital International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Beijing to Mactan-Cebu International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights departing from Beijing Capital International Airport, 79.67% arrive on time at their destination.
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Split up your flight from Beijing to Mactan-Cebu International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Daxing International Airport and CEB are:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Driving from central Beijing to PKX generally takes 1 hour 5 minutes, depending on traffic. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 56 kilometres.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Daxing International Airport the day before your Beijing to CEB flight:
Daxing International Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 88.83% of flights leaving here arrive right on target.
About Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Have a late flight from Beijing to Mactan-Cebu International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near CEB and get cosy, quick:
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Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Beijing to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Right now, P8,706 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is P19,719. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Beijing to CEB if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Beijing to Mactan-Cebu International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Beijing to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. Choose the departure times, airlines and number of stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Beijing to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to go to Cebu. July is when most people book flights from Beijing to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
The warmest month in Cebu is May, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Beijing to CEB plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Beijing to Mactan-Cebu International Airport in February when temperatures are between 23ºC (73ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Cebu
Once you've booked your flight from Beijing to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Cebu:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Bohol, Boracay Gateway Tour and Pining Garden Resorts are highlights which should feature on any good Cebu itinerary.
Explore more of the Philippines
Cebu is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the Philippines waiting to be explored. Around 161 kilometres west of Cebu, a visit to Iloilo will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Sunflower Garden, Molo Church and Iloilo Instagramma Walls.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in the Philippines, consider Iligan, roughly 241 kilometres south of Cebu. Dao River Escapade, Timoga Cold Springs and Mimbalot Falls are among the biggest draws.