Travelling from Brussels to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB): what you need to know
Brussels has two main airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Brussels to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) leaving from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
Mactan-Cebu International Airport is located in Cebu. The city operates in the UTC+8 timezone and is 7 hours ahead of Brussels.
To ensure you get on your flight from Brussels to CEB, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
We make it simple to plan a flight from Brussels to CEB with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Brussels Airport (BRU), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers between BRU and CEB include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
BRU is about 14 kilometres from the centre of Brussels. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will give you the best route and your public transport options.
Catching an early flight from Brussels to Mactan-Cebu International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Brussels Airport:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
You can arrive at CRL from the centre of Brussels in approximately 56 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 37 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your vacation with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Brussels to CEB, take things easy in one of these hotels near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport:
About Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Brussels to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CEB instead:
Getting from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to central Cebu
Mactan-Cebu International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Cebu. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 47 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
Book a one-way ticket from Brussels to Mactan-Cebu International Airport from C$458 or travel return from just C$918. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
To pick up flight tickets from Brussels to CEB, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your ticket from Brussels to Mactan-Cebu International Airport.
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Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Brussels to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Brussels to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
July is the busiest month for flights from Brussels to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Cebu in February when it's quieter.
Lock in your flight from Brussels to CEB for May if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Cebu to range from 25ºC to 33ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Brussels to Mactan-Cebu International Airport in February when temperatures average between 23ºC and 30ºC.
More about Cebu
After booking your flight from Brussels to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Cebu:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Taoist Temple Cebu, Tops Lookout and Cebu IT Park are top attractions which should feature on any good Cebu itinerary.
Complete your Cebu trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Brussels to Mactan-Cebu International Airport to track down your perfect ride. Check out our car rentals in Cebu and easily compare your options. Plus we give you all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the average daily price.
