Travelling from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Darwin International Airport (DRW): what you need to know
The timezone in Darwin is UTC+9:30, which is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Cebu.
Leave plenty of time to catch your CEB to DRW flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Darwin International Airport. Many travellers pass through Changi International Airport when flying between CEB and DRW.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
Currently, RM687 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Darwin International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM1,739. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from CEB to DRW. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Darwin International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from CEB to DRW by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Darwin International Airport.
Handy information about Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
69.4% of flights that leave from Mactan-Cebu International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach Mactan-Cebu International Airport from central Cebu, it takes about 45 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Darwin International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near CEB:
Arriving at Darwin International Airport (DRW)
Reserve a hotel near DRW if you're catching a late Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Darwin International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Darwin International Airport rental car and explore Darwin and beyond with your own wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, Thrifty and East Coast are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Darwin International Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to central Darwin
Darwin International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Darwin. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
The quietest month for a flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Darwin International Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Darwin based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Darwin International Airport for November if you'd like to explore Darwin during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from CEB to DRW in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Darwin is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Australia waiting to be discovered. Around 434 kilometres south-west of Darwin, a trip to Kununurra will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Mirima National Park, El Questro Wilderness Park and Ord River.
Leanyer is another must-experience destination in Australia and is around 3 kilometres north-east of Darwin. No trip is complete without seeing Parkside Park, Savannah Park and The Rat Den.
