Which airports can I use when flying from San José to Cebu City?

Flights from San José to Cebu City usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and arrive at Cebu City Mactan Intl (CEB).

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San José to Cebu City?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 29% on the San José to Cebu City route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at ₱91,467 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at ₱127,804, a difference of ₱36,337. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Cebu City?

Cebu International Convention Center is one of the most viewed places in Cebu City on KAYAK.

Do I need a passport to fly from San José to Cebu City?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from San José to Cebu City changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about ₱71,862 to ₱380,915. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from San José to Cebu City looking right now?

One-way fares from San José to Cebu City are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₱52,539, which is 21% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between San José and Cebu City?

Cebu City is 14 hours ahead of San José (Philippine Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car rental options are available at Cebu City Mactan Intl Airport (CEB)?

Cebu City Mactan Intl Airport (CEB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around ₱1,009 for economy cars. Top options include: • Alamo • Thrifty • National • Hertz • Fox

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Typical prices: ₱91,467–₱127,788

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Mon, Oct 12 - Thu, Nov 12

7:10 am - 10:50 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CEB Cebu City Mactan Intl

37h 40m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

12:30 pm - 11:05 pmCEB Cebu City Mactan Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

48h 35m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles

₱71,862Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 12 - Wed, Nov 11

7:10 am - 10:50 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CEB Cebu City Mactan Intl

37h 40m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

12:30 pm - 11:05 pmCEB Cebu City Mactan Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

48h 35m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles

₱72,487Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Thu, Nov 12

5:45 am - 10:50 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CEB Cebu City Mactan Intl

63h 05m3 stops Guatemala City La Aurora Los Angeles Los Angeles Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

12:30 pm - 11:05 pmCEB Cebu City Mactan Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

48h 35m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles

₱72,612Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Nov 11

5:45 am - 10:50 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CEB Cebu City Mactan Intl

63h 05m3 stops Guatemala City La Aurora Los Angeles Los Angeles Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

12:30 pm - 11:05 pmCEB Cebu City Mactan Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

48h 35m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles

₱73,298Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Mon, Nov 16

1:46 am - 11:15 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CEB Cebu City Mactan Intl

43h 29m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

12:30 pm - 8:35 amCEB Cebu City Mactan Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

34h 05m3 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Guatemala City La Aurora

₱75,733Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 12 - Fri, Nov 13

7:10 am - 10:50 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CEB Cebu City Mactan Intl

37h 40m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

12:30 pm - 11:05 pmCEB Cebu City Mactan Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

48h 35m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles

₱78,168Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Fri, Nov 13

5:45 am - 10:50 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CEB Cebu City Mactan Intl

63h 05m3 stops Guatemala City La Aurora Los Angeles Los Angeles Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

12:30 pm - 11:05 pmCEB Cebu City Mactan Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

48h 35m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles

₱78,918Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29

5:45 am - 10:50 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CEB Cebu City Mactan Intl

39h 05m3 stops Guatemala City La Aurora Los Angeles Los Angeles Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

12:30 pm - 7:30 pmCEB Cebu City Mactan Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

45h 00m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles

₱86,847Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29

5:45 am - 10:50 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CEB Cebu City Mactan Intl

39h 05m3 stops Guatemala City La Aurora Los Angeles Los Angeles Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

12:30 pm - 11:15 pmCEB Cebu City Mactan Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

48h 45m3 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles Guatemala City La Aurora

₱87,534Multiple Airlines

Thu, Dec 31 - Sun, Jan 31

1:54 am - 11:15 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CEB Cebu City Mactan Intl

43h 21m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

12:30 pm - 11:25 pmCEB Cebu City Mactan Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

48h 55m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles

₱89,844Multiple Airlines

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Flight from San José to Cebu City

When to book flights from San José to Cebu City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San José to Cebu City based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.

Estimated round-trip price

KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

Which airports can I use when flying from San José to Cebu City?
Flights from San José to Cebu City usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and arrive at Cebu City Mactan Intl (CEB).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San José to Cebu City?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 29% on the San José to Cebu City route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at ₱91,467 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at ₱127,804, a difference of ₱36,337. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What popular places can I visit in Cebu City?
Cebu International Convention Center is one of the most viewed places in Cebu City on KAYAK.
Do I need a passport to fly from San José to Cebu City?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from San José to Cebu City changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about ₱71,862 to ₱380,915. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from San José to Cebu City looking right now?
One-way fares from San José to Cebu City are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₱52,539, which is 21% above the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between San José and Cebu City?
Cebu City is 14 hours ahead of San José (Philippine Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
Which car rental options are available at Cebu City Mactan Intl Airport (CEB)?
Cebu City Mactan Intl Airport (CEB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around ₱1,009 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Alamo
• Thrifty
• National
• Hertz
• Fox

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Monday flights average ₱91,467 - about ₱36,337 less than Tuesday (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cebu City Mactan Intl Airport.
- Cebu White Sands Resort and Spa
- OYO 685 K Fortune Apartelle
- Karancho Beach House

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