Travelling from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB): what you need to know
The timezone in Cebu is UTC+8, which is 13 hours ahead of Richmond.
Your RIC to CEB flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Richmond Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight is $2,091. A return ticket right now is $3,575. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RIC to CEB if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Richmond Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport.
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Handy information about Richmond Airport (RIC)
The address for RIC is 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
When it comes to Richmond Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Richmond Airport from central Richmond, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near RIC. Whether you're taking an early flight from Richmond Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
If you're landing on a late Richmond Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these options near CEB:
Hit the road running by picking up a Mactan-Cebu International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, National or Enterprise to explore Cebu and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Mactan-Cebu International Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to central Cebu
From Mactan-Cebu International Airport, Cebu is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
April is the busiest month for flights from Richmond Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Cebu in September.
The warmest month in Cebu is May, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Richmond Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
February has average temperatures of between 23ºC and 30ºC. Look for cheap tickets from RIC to CEB around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.