Cebu Mactan Airport Guide 2026
Mactan-Cebu International Airport (IATA: CEB) is the Philippines' second busiest airport and the main gateway to the Visayas and central Philippines. Located on Mactan Island, it serves as a hub for both domestic and international flights, connecting Cebu to destinations across Asia and the Philippines. The modern Terminal 2, opened in 2018, is widely considered the best airport terminal in the Philippines with its resort-inspired design and excellent facilities.
Airport Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| IATA Code | CEB |
| Official Name | Mactan-Cebu International Airport |
| Location | Lapu-Lapu City, Mactan Island |
| Terminals | 2 (Terminal 1: domestic, Terminal 2: international) |
| Distance to Cebu City | 12 km (30-60 min via bridge) |
| Distance to Moalboal | 90 km (2.5-3 hours by car) |
| WiFi | Free WiFi in both terminals |
Terminal Guide
Terminal 1 - Domestic
Handles all domestic flights. Airlines: Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines, AirAsia Philippines, PAL Express. Facilities include restaurants, convenience stores, lounges and charging stations. Adequate but older than Terminal 2.
Terminal 2 - International
Opened in 2018. Modern, resort-inspired design with wooden beams, natural light and landscaped gardens. Handles all international flights. Airlines include Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Korean Air, Cathay Pacific, AirAsia and more. Excellent duty-free shopping, restaurants (including local Cebu lechon), lounges and comfortable seating areas. Voted one of the world's most beautiful airport terminals.
Transport from Cebu Airport
| Transport | Cost | Time to Cebu City | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grab | ₱150-300 | 30-60 min | Best option. Book via app from designated pickup. |
| Metered taxi (white) | ₱150-250 | 30-60 min | Flagdown ₱40. Insist on meter. |
| MyBus | ₱25 | 45-75 min | Air-conditioned shuttle to SM City Cebu. Cheapest option. |
| Hotel shuttle | Free-₱500 | 30-60 min | Many Mactan and Cebu City hotels offer shuttle service. |
| Car rental | ₱1,500+/day | N/A | Available at arrivals. Useful for exploring beyond Cebu City. |
To Moalboal: No direct transport from airport. Take a taxi/Grab to Cebu South Bus Terminal, then bus to Moalboal (3 hours, ₱150). Or arrange private transfer (₱3,000-5,000).
To Bohol: Take a taxi to Pier 1 (30 min), then OceanJet ferry to Tagbilaran (2 hours, ₱500-800).
Popular Routes from Cebu
International Routes
| Destination | Code | Airlines | Flight Numbers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | HKG | Cebu Pacific, Air Canada, Finnair, Cathay Pacific, Philippine Airlines | 5J240, 5J236, AC9766, AY6558, CX922... |
| Tokyo Narita | NRT | American Airlines, ANA, Philippine Airlines, United Airlines | AA8340, NH5324, PR434, UA33 |
| Singapore | SIN | Air Canada, Singapore Airlines, Scoot | AC5922, SQ8557, TR385 |
| Seoul Incheon | ICN | Cebu Pacific, T'way Air | 5J130, TW122 |
| Kuala Lumpur | KUL | AirAsia Philippines | Z27114 |
| Taipei | TPE | EVA Air | BR282 |
Domestic Routes
| Destination | Code | Airlines | Flight Numbers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manila | MNL | PAL Express, Cebu Pacific, Royal Brunei, China Airlines, Garuda Indonesia, Malaysia Airlines, Philippine Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Turkish Airlines, AirAsia Philippines | 2P2850, 2P2846, 2P2868, 2P2854, 5J552... |