Transfer Options from Cebu Airport to Cebu City

Cebu is a bustling port city in the Philippines. Thanks to its location next to many small islands, Cebu is the perfect jumping-off point for scuba diving and snorkelling adventures. The pristine water also makes the surrounding beaches some of the most beautiful in the area.

To begin island hopping and relaxing on the idyllic beaches, you have two ways of getting from Cebu airport to Cebu City; taxi or bus. Taking a taxi from Cebu airport to the city will take around 30 minutes and cost approximately €7 (PHP 400). On the other hand, taking a MyBus will take closer to 1 hour to reach Cebu City, but will cost just €1 (PHP 50) per traveller.

Welcome Pickups offers meet and greet services and a friendly introduction to Cebu at the same price as a regular taxi. Click here to see the cost.

Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS

OPTION	PRICE	DURATION	AVAILABILITY
Welcome Pickups	€24	30min	24/7
Taxi	€7	30min	24/7
Bus	€2	60min	07:00–22:00

How to get a taxi from Cebu Airport to the city

For a quick and easy, door-to-door service for your transfer from Cebu airport to Cebu City, you can take a private taxi. The journey time is just 30 minutes and the cost of a taxi from Cebu airport to the city is around €7 (PHP 400), which is quite affordable.

How much is a taxi from Cebu Airport to the city?

The cost of a local Cebu airport taxi will firstly depend on which type of taxi you choose to travel with. The yellow taxis are special airport taxis that offer modern vehicles and a higher price. The white taxis are local, which are usually older and less comfortable than the yellow taxis but are cheaper.

Whichever taxi you choose to travel with, you will be charged using a taximeter. The average cost for a taxi from Cebu airport to the city will be around €7 (PHP 400).

Cost

€7 (PHP 400)

Trip Duration

30 Min.

*Prices may vary unless booked in advance.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 outside of Cebu Airport.

Where do I find a taxi at Cebu Airport?

Taxis are located just outside the arrivals hall in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 at Cebu airport.

Convenience

There’s nothing more convenient than stepping out of the airport, hopping into a private car, and making your way directly to the door of your hotel. Plus, by taking a taxi from Cebu airport to the city centre, you won’t have to worry about waiting for public transport or navigating the complicated city networks.

Editor’s Note

Although the cost of a Cebu airport taxi is very affordable, if you're looking to save even more, you can split the cost of your journey between up to 4 passengers.

Useful Tips

The yellow taxis are more expensive than the white ones, but they are more comfortable.

Ensure your driver resets the meter before you begin your journey.

The journey from Cebu Airport to Cebu City may take up to 2 hours, depending on traffic levels.

How to get from Cebu Airport to Cebu City by Bus

The bus company MyBus offers transfers from Cebu Airport to Cebu City every day from 07:00 to 22:00. As they make stops along the way, the journey time on the bus is closer to 1 hour. However, the cost of a one-way ticket on the MyBus is just €1 (PHP 50), making it a good budget transfer option.

How much is the bus from Cebu Airport to Cebu City?

The cost of a ticket on the MyBus from Cebu Airport to Cebu City is €1 (PHP 50). You must purchase your bus ticket from the kiosk located in the arrivals area and show this ticket to your driver.

Cost

€1 (PHP 50)

Trip Duration

60 Min.

*There's a waiting time of up to 20 minutes for the MyBus.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The MyBus runs from 07:00 to 22:00 daily.

Where do I find the bus at Cebu Airport?

The MyBus stops outside both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 at Cebu Airport. The bus stop can be found at the Arrival Level – Pick-Up area of both terminals.

Convenience

Although a very cheap transfer option, if you haven’t been to Cebu before, taking the bus can be a little bit stressful. You will have to wait up to 20 minutes for the bus and then you will be dropped off at the SM City Cebu shopping mall, so will have to find alternate transport from there to your hotel. This adds both time and potentially extra costs to your journey.

Editor’s Note

There's some storage on the bus for luggage, but seating is very limited. If you're travelling with young children or elderly family members, I recommend taking a taxi for your convenience.

Useful Tips

You must purchase your bus ticket from the kiosk before getting on the bus.

If there are no seats available you may choose to stand.

During busy travel times, there can be long queues for the bus, you may have to wait for the next bus if there's no space onboard.

Welcome Pickups transfer

Book a trained, English-speaking taxi driver to pick you up at the same price as a regular cab from the line

If you feel more relaxed knowing that somebody is waiting for you, you may as well book a Welcome Pickups transfer. As soon as you arrive at the airport you will be greeted by your driver. He will be waiting for you at the terminal of your arrival with a sign that has your name on it. Your driver will help you out with your luggage and together you will make your way to the vehicle. While he is driving you to your accommodation, the driver can give you some tips and recommendations on what to do during your holidays in Cebu. Our drivers are hand-picked and speak fluent English. No need to worry about miscommunication issues that you may face with the local taxi drivers regarding your destination. Relax and enjoy your ride.

Best drivers

Hand-picked english-speaking drivers

Flight monitoring

Drivers are always on time

Quality support

24/7 email & phone support

Cancel up to 24 hours before the pickup and get an 80% refund

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DAYTIME

€23.0

NIGHTTIME

€28.0

Same price as a regular taxi from the line

PRICES FOR

Sedan Car

4 pax, 4 pieces of luggage

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How to get from Cebu airport to Cebu City?

You have two transfer options from Cebu airport to Cebu City; taxi or bus. Taking a Cebu airport taxi is quick and easy, as it takes just 30 minutes to reach the city and costs around €7 (PHP 400). Taking the MyBus is a cheaper option, costing €1 (PHP 50) one-way, but it takes closer to 60 minutes to reach Cebu.

What’s the cost of a taxi from Cebu airport to the city?

The cost of a local taxi from Cebu airport to the city will be around €7 (PHP 400). However, this may change depending on the company you travel with and the journey time. If you’d prefer the peace of mind that comes with a fixed rate fare you can rely on, we recommend pre-booking with Welcome Pickups.

Is there a direct bus from Cebu airport to Cebu City centre?

The MyBus runs from Cebu airport to the city centre every day from 07:00 to 22:00. However, it does make quite a few stops along the way, so the journey time on the bus will be at least 1 hour.

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How to get a taxi from Cebu Airport to the city

How much is a taxi from Cebu Airport to the city?

Cost

€7 (PHP 400)

Trip Duration

30 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 outside of Cebu Airport.

Where do I find a taxi at Cebu Airport?

Convenience

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

How to get from Cebu Airport to Cebu City by Bus

How much is the bus from Cebu Airport to Cebu City?

Cost

€1 (PHP 50)

Trip Duration

60 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The MyBus runs from 07:00 to 22:00 daily.

Where do I find the bus at Cebu Airport?

Convenience

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

Welcome Pickups transfer

Best drivers

Flight monitoring

Quality support

Cancel up to 24 hours before the pickup and get an 80% refund

Prices

DAYTIME

NIGHTTIME

Sedan Car

Frequently asked questions

How to get from Cebu airport to Cebu City?

What’s the cost of a taxi from Cebu airport to the city?

Is there a direct bus from Cebu airport to Cebu City centre?

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