Cheap Flights from Sanya to Cebu City Starting at $189

Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) is the main international gateway serving Cebu City and the Central Visayas region, positioned as a mid-sized hub handling both full-service and low-cost carriers such as Philippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific and AirAsia. Fares can be competitive on budget routes but typically higher for long-haul or peak-season flights. The airport lies on Mactan Island, roughly 10–15 km from downtown Cebu—expect 25–45 minutes by taxi or ride-hailing, depending on traffic; shuttles and some hotel transfers are also common, with fares varying by service and time of day. Pros: modern terminal amenities, frequent connections; cons: traffic congestion to the city and occasional crowding at peak periods.

Sanya is served primarily by Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX), the island’s main gateway handling most international and domestic flights and a mix of full-service carriers and budget airlines. Located about 15–20 km northwest of downtown Sanya, the airport can be reached in roughly 25–40 minutes by taxi or ride-hail; airport shuttle buses and occasional hotel transfers are often available for lower fares. Taxis are typically the fastest option, while public buses are the cheapest though slower. SYX is convenient for beach resorts and seasonal charter traffic, but can be busy during peak holiday periods, which may mean longer queues and higher taxi surcharges at arrival.

Fly direct from Sanya to Cebu City for the quickest, most convenient way to reach the Philippines—no layovers, less stress, and more time to enjoy island beaches and local flavors. While connecting routes can sometimes be cheaper, a nonstop flight saves hours and makes your trip far more comfortable, so book a direct seat when you want to maximize relaxation and minimize travel time.

The route Sanya — Cebu City is served by many carriers — 7 in total, including Hong Kong Express Airways, Xiamen Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Air China, Hong Kong Airlines, Hainan Airlines, and China Eastern Airlines. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $189) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.

The distance between Sanya and Cebu City is 1802km (1117 miles). Sanya and Cebu City are in the same time zone

In different months, ticket prices from Sanya to Cebu City vary: minimum — $188 (December 2025), maximum — $210 (March 2026). Typically, the flight costs $199–$210.