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Cebu.$292 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep, returning Fri, 12 Sep.Return flight with Cebgo.Outbound indirect flight with Cebgo, departs from El Nido on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Inbound indirect flight with Cebgo, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Fri, 12 Sep, arriving in El Nido.Price includes taxes and charges.From $292, select.
Cebu.$296 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Jul, returning Tue, 15 Jul.Return flight with Air Swift and Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Air Swift, departs from El Nido on Wed, 9 Jul, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Inbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Tue, 15 Jul, arriving in El Nido.Price includes taxes and charges.From $296, select.
Cebu.$318 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Jun, returning Sun, 29 Jun.Return flight with Air Swift and Cebgo.Outbound indirect flight with Air Swift, departs from El Nido on Thu, 12 Jun, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Inbound indirect flight with Cebgo, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Sun, 29 Jun, arriving in El Nido.Price includes taxes and charges.From $318, select.
Cebu.$411 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 May, returning Fri, 30 May.Return flight with Air Swift.Outbound direct flight with Air Swift departs from El Nido on Tue, 27 May, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Inbound direct flight with Air Swift departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Fri, 30 May, arriving in El Nido.Price includes taxes and charges.From $411, select.
Cebu.$755 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Apr, returning Fri, 2 May.Return flight with Air Swift and Sunlight Air.Outbound indirect flight with Air Swift, departs from El Nido on Mon, 28 Apr, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Inbound indirect flight with Sunlight Air, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Fri, 2 May, arriving in El Nido.Price includes taxes and charges.From $755, select.
Cebu.$839 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Apr, returning Mon, 28 Apr.Return flight with Air Swift and Sunlight Air.Outbound indirect flight with Air Swift, departs from El Nido on Sun, 27 Apr, arriving in Mactan-Cebu International.Inbound indirect flight with Sunlight Air, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Mon, 28 Apr, arriving in El Nido.Price includes taxes and charges.From $839, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like El Nido to Mactan-Cebu International flights are currently cheapest in September.
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El Nido to Mactan-Cebu International: Alternative routes

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El Nido to Cebu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$292
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time1 hr, 40 mins
Most popular airlineAir Swift
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from El Nido to Mactan-Cebu International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from El Nido to Mactan-Cebu International is $292. 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 40 minutes is the average flight time from El Nido to Mactan-Cebu International.
Air Swift flies direct from El Nido to Mactan-Cebu International.
As of April 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from El Nido to Mactan-Cebu International.
The cheapest month to fly from El Nido to Mactan-Cebu International is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from El Nido Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport on Tuesday, 9 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 40 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, Cebgo and Air Swift offer the cheapest flight tickets to Mactan-Cebu International.

Travelling from El Nido Airport (ENI) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from El Nido Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport is 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • Cebu's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as El Nido.

  • Flights from ENI to CEB start at 07:00 — the earliest with AirSWIFT. The latest departure is at 07:00 with AirSWIFT. In total, there are seven weekly El Nido Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flights.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your ENI to CEB flight.

  • Travelling during a peak time like May? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • AirSWIFT is your gateway to exploring Cebu (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Philippines!). Check out the direct flights from El Nido Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • AirSWIFT has the highest passenger demand on this route.

How to find the cheapest flights from El Nido Airport (ENI) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)

  • Right now, $68 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way El Nido Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $292. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.

  • Get cheap tickets from ENI to CEB by booking nine months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • Organise your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from El Nido Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from ENI to CEB by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from El Nido Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport.

Handy information about El Nido Airport (ENI)

  • El Nido Airport is around 2 kilometres from central El Nido. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a journey time of around 15 minutes on public transport.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to ENI? If you're catching an early flight from El Nido Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)

  • Reserve a hotel close to CEB if you're on a late El Nido Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Fast-track 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.

  • Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Mactan-Cebu International Airport about three weeks before your trip.

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)

  • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from El Nido Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Cebu. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in February.

  • Book your flight from El Nido Airport to Mactan-Cebu International Airport for May if you'd like to visit Cebu during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ENI to CEB in February. Temperatures average between 23ºC (73ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.

Explore more of Philippines

  • Cebu is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Philippines you should also see. About 418 kilometres south-east of Cebu, a visit to Davao will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like People's Park, D' Bone Collector Museum and Lon Wa Temple.

  • Around 483 kilometres south of Cebu, General Santos is another favourite stop in Philippines. Experience major highlights starting with Sanchez Peak, Bagong Buhay EcoPark (Purok 15 Mabuhay) and The Lord's Day Ministry International - Gen. San..

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