🇵🇭 Lapu-Lapu City (Cebu), Philippines
Mactan-Cebu International Airport features Terminal 1 for domestic flights (renovated 1990 building) and the award-winning Terminal 2 for international operations (opened 2018). Terminal 2's 65,500 square meter resort-inspired design accommodates 4.5 million passengers annually with no entrance x-ray machines - security occurs post check-in. A covered walkway connects terminals with 5-10 minute walking time, plus complimentary 24/7 Premium Airport Bus shuttles. The airport serves as hub for Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines, and AirAsia with connections to 30+ international destinations and domestic island-hopping routes. Terminal 2 features world-class amenities including walk-through duty-free section, pasalubong center, massage services, bars, and premium lounges (Philippine Airlines Mabuhay, Plaza Premium with showers, PAGSS Lounge). Terminal 1 offers upgraded waiting areas, improved food options, and Plaza Premium Lounge. Both terminals provide free Wi-Fi, charging stations, diverse dining options from local to international cuisine, duty-free shopping, WH Smith, K2 Pharmacy, dedicated breastfeeding rooms, and smoking areas. Located in Lapu-Lapu City on Mactan Island, the airport sits 15-20km from downtown Cebu City and minutes from famous beach resorts including Crimson, JPark Island Resort, and Plantation Bay. Security processing requires arrival 3 hours before international flights (add 30-60 minutes during Sinulog Festival and holidays) and 1.5-2 hours for domestic. The modern facility serves as the Philippines' premier gateway for island destinations including Siargao, Bohol, Palawan, Boracay (via Caticlan), Davao, and Coron.
Mactan–Cebu International Airport (CEB) is the second busiest aviation hub in the Philippines, operating from two distinct terminals: Terminal 1 for domestic flights and the award-winning, resort-inspired Terminal 2 for international services. If your connection involves an international-to-domestic transfer, your journey begins in Terminal 2. After clearing immigration, you must collect your checked luggage—even if it is tagged to your final destination—to undergo mandatory customs inspection. Once cleared, you can utilize the 'Cebu Connect' transfer desk to re-check your bags for your domestic leg. To move between terminals, the most efficient method is the covered walkway, a 5 to 10-minute stroll that is well-marked and easy to navigate with a luggage trolley. Alternatively, a complimentary 'Premium Airport Bus' shuttle runs every 15 to 30 minutes between the arrival areas of both terminals. For those connecting from a domestic flight in Terminal 1 to an international departure in Terminal 2, ensure you allow a minimum buffer of 3 hours. This accounts for the time needed to exit the domestic arrivals area, transit to Terminal 2, and clear the international check-in and security processes. Travelers with longer layovers can enjoy world-class amenities in both buildings, including the Plaza Premium and Mabuhay lounges, diverse dining options ranging from local Cebuano delicacies to international chains like Jollibee, and extensive duty-free shopping. Before your international departure, ensure you have completed the 'eTravel' registration online to generate your mandatory QR code for immigration. Both terminals provide reliable free Wi-Fi and numerous charging stations, making it easy to stay connected while transiting through this premier island gateway.
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Minimum domestic connection:
45 minutes
International connections:
90 minutes
Interline transfers:
150 minutes
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Last updated: January 1980 | Data Source: IATA and other airline sites and resources