Statistics on Chicago-Cebu flights: what is the right price and when to buy your plane ticket?

Best time to go: what is the RIGHT price for a round-trip flight to Cebu (from: Chicago)

The average price to go to Cebu from Chicago airport is $ 1418 (round trip). However, there are variations depending on the departure month. Thus, it is possible to pay for your plane ticket on average between $ 1150 (in september) and $ 1850 (in june), which is a saving of $ 269 or a surplus of $ 433 (compared to the average price) depending on the period you leave.

The analysis of all prices reveals that the most frequent price is between $995 to $1050 and it is generally more economical to leave on a tuesday and return on a wednesday on a flight with 1 or more layovers.

Be careful, the cheapest months may correspond to unfavorable weather periods . Check out our page best time to go to Cebu before booking your flight.

If you want to know when to book your flight at the best price, go straight to the second part of this page: When to buy your Chicago-Cebu plane ticket.

How are these data calculated?

We have studied a sample of 29107 airfare prices from previous years for flights to Cebu from Chicago and can thus establish precise and credible price variation trends based on different parameters. Of course, prices can vary from year to year, but the seasonal aspect of this data (recurrence of school holidays, events... from year to year) makes these statistics quite reliable.

Average price depending on the departure month

Created with Highcharts 8.2.2 $1376 $1376 $1224 $1224 $1272 $1272 $1253 $1253 $1332 $1332 $1850 $1850 $1786 $1786 $1563 $1563 $1150 $1150 $1207 $1207 $1219 $1219 $1786 $1786Average price of round-trip airfare in USD according to the departure monthjan.feb.mar.apr.mayjun.jul.aug.sep.oct.nov.dec.100012001400160018002000

Data analysis:

By leaving in september, the price of the plane ticket will statistically be the cheapest ($ 1150, saving $ 269 compared to the average price over the year which is $ 1418). Conversely, june will be the most expensive ($ 1850).

Flight Chicago-Cebu: when is the best time to go for the best price?

Month Good price* Average price Our opinion
January$ 1182 $ 1376 fair price
February$ 1100 $ 1224 good price
March$ 1074 $ 1272 good price
April$ 1054 $ 1253 good price
May$ 1123 $ 1332 good price
June$ 1618 $ 1850 very high price
July$ 1512 $ 1786 high price
August$ 1328 $ 1563 fair price
September$ 1008 $ 1150 very good price
October$ 1019 $ 1207 good price
November$ 1065 $ 1219 good price
December$ 1458 $ 1786 high price

*great price to buy your plane ticket: if you see this price or cheaper during your flight search, go for it and buy it!

Price breakdown to travel from Chicago to Cebu

Created with Highcharts 8.2.21%1%3%3%7%7%8%8%7%7%7%7%7%7%7%7%6%6%5%5%5%5%4%4%4%4%4%4%3%3%3%3%3%3%2%2%2%2%2%2%2%2%1%1%1%1%1%1%Percentage of plane tickets found at this price$829 to $885$829 to $885$885 to $940$940 to $995$995 to $1050$1050 to $1106$1106 to $1161$1161 to $1216$1216 to $1271$1271 to $1327$1327 to $1382$1382 to $1437$1437 to $1492$1492 to $1548$1548 to $1603$1603 to $1658$1658 to $1713$1713 to $1769$1769 to $1824$1824 to $1879$1879 to $1934$1934 to $1990$1990 to $2045$2045 to $2100$2100 to $21550246810

Data analysis:

The prices for flights from Chicago to Cebu range from $829 to $2155. 1% of tickets were purchased at the minimum price (from $829 to $885), 1% at the maximum price (from $2100 to $2155). The majority of plane tickets were purchased in the range of $995 to $1050 (8% of tickets).

Cheapest airlines for the Chicago->Cebu flight

There are 13 companies that serve Chicago from Cebu airport: EVA Air, Alaska Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Korean Air, Cathay Pacific, ANA, United, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, Philippine Airlines and Frontier Airlines.

Created with Highcharts 8.2.2EVA Air: 27 %EVA Air: 27 %Alaska Airlines: 15 %Alaska Airlines: 15 %Turkish Airlines: 14 %Turkish Airlines: 14 %Spirit Airlines: 6 %Spirit Airlines: 6 %Korean Air: 5 %Korean Air: 5 %Cathay Pacific: 5 %Cathay Pacific: 5 %ANA: 5 %ANA: 5 %United: 5 %United: 5 %Emirates: 4 %Emirates: 4 %Qatar Airways: 4 %Qatar Airways: 4 %

Data analysis:

Of the 29107 flights analyzed in previous years, EVA Air was the airline that offered the best fare most often in the flight ticket search results (27% of the time) on the Chicago->Cebu route.

Which day of the week to leave?

Created with Highcharts 8.2.2 $ +31 $ +31 $ +5 $ +5 $ -36 $ -36 $ -33 $ -33 $ -17 $ -17 $ +50 $ +50 $ +24 $ +24Average airfare price according to the departure daya sundaya mondaya tuesdaya wednesdaya thursdaya fridaya saturday-60-40-200204060

Data analysis:

Statistically, Chicago-Cebu flights departing on a tuesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a tuesday as your departure date, you can save an average of $36. On the other hand, departing on a friday may cost you an additional $50.

Which day of the week to come back?

Created with Highcharts 8.2.2 $ +16 $ +16 $ -7 $ -7 $ -32 $ -32 $ -37 $ -37 $ +6 $ +6 $ +66 $ +66 $ -3 $ -3Average airfare price based on the return daya sundaya mondaya tuesdaya wednesdaya thursdaya fridaya saturday-50-250255075

Data analysis:

Statistically, return flights from Cebu to Chicago departing on a wednesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a wednesday for your return date, you will save an average of $37. Conversely, departing from Cebu on a friday may cost you an additional $66.

Top prices Chicago-Cebu

Round tripDatesPrice
Chicago → Cebu07-04 to 14-04-2025$ 917 
Chicago → Cebu08-04 to 15-04-2025$ 834 
Chicago → Cebu03-05 to 17-05-2025$ 1047 
Chicago → Cebu06-05 to 13-05-2025$ 980 
Chicago → Cebu10-08 to 26-08-2025$ 1008 
Chicago → Cebu18-08 to 25-08-2025$ 987 
Chicago → Cebu04-09 to 23-09-2025$ 920 
Chicago → Cebu08-09 to 30-09-2025$ 918 
Chicago → Cebu11-09 to 26-09-2025$ 973 
Chicago → Cebu01-10 to 23-10-2025$ 964 

When to book your flight Chicago - Cebu to get the cheapest price?

Statistically, you will make the biggest savings by buying your plane ticket between 6 to 7 months in advance. However, you may end up paying a high price if you book between 0 to 1 month in advance.

Did you know: the price of plane tickets not only varies depending on how far in advance you book, but also on the day of the week you book! So, to maximize your chances of getting the best price for a Chicago-Cebu flight, it is recommended to book your ticket on a friday.

How far in advance should I buy my flight?

Created with Highcharts 8.2.2 $1609 $1609 $1460 $1460 $1451 $1451 $1416 $1416 $1349 $1349 $1282 $1282 $1223 $1223 $1237 $1237 $1246 $1246 $1234 $1234 $1235 $1235 $1525 $1525Average airfare price based on the number of months between booking and flight0 to 1 month1 to 2 months2 to 3 months3 to 4 months4 to 5 months5 to 6 months6 to 7 months7 to 8 months8 to 9 months9 to 10 months10 to 11 months11 to 12 months1100120013001400150016001700

Data analysis:

To get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to Cebu, it is recommended to buy it 6 to 7 months before departure (it is then on average 1223 $, which is a saving of 195 $ compared to the overall average price). On the other hand, if you buy your ticket 0 to 1 month in advance, you will pay the full price (191 $ more than the average price).

Depending on the departure month

The best time to buy your Chicago to Cebu flight ticket may vary depending on your departure month. Therefore, we offer you statistics on when to book your flight month by month.

Departure on... How far in advance should I book?
January

Best time: 9 to 10 months before departure (average price: 1165 $)

Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 1360), 4 to 5 months ($ 1276), 5 to 6 months ($ 1292), 6 to 7 months ($ 1251), 7 to 8 months ($ 1261), 8 to 9 months ($ 1204), 10 to 11 months ($ 1246)
February

Best time: 9 to 10 months before departure (average price: 1038 $)

Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1194), 4 to 5 months ($ 1150), 5 to 6 months ($ 1081), 6 to 7 months ($ 1074), 7 to 8 months ($ 1062), 8 to 9 months ($ 1068), 10 to 11 months ($ 1068)
March

Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 1016 $)

Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1267), 2 to 3 months ($ 1223), 3 to 4 months ($ 1162), 4 to 5 months ($ 1114), 5 to 6 months ($ 1061)
April

Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 1016 $)

Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1251), 2 to 3 months ($ 1186), 3 to 4 months ($ 1086), 4 to 5 months ($ 1101), 5 to 6 months ($ 1055)
May

Best time: 4 to 5 months before departure (average price: 1120 $)

Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1235), 3 to 4 months ($ 1238), 5 to 6 months ($ 1137), 6 to 7 months ($ 1180), 7 to 8 months ($ 1171), 8 to 9 months ($ 1164)
June

Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 1590 $)

Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 1765), 4 to 5 months ($ 1630), 5 to 6 months ($ 1601), 7 to 8 months ($ 1720), 9 to 10 months ($ 1591)
July

Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 1455 $)

Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 1763), 4 to 5 months ($ 1606), 5 to 6 months ($ 1500), 7 to 8 months ($ 1461), 8 to 9 months ($ 1488), 9 to 10 months ($ 1488), 10 to 11 months ($ 1546)
August

Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 1290 $)

Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 1477), 4 to 5 months ($ 1523), 5 to 6 months ($ 1384), 7 to 8 months ($ 1308), 8 to 9 months ($ 1342)
September

Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 970 $)

Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1114), 4 to 5 months ($ 1057), 5 to 6 months ($ 1132), 6 to 7 months ($ 1028), 8 to 9 months ($ 1005)
October

Best time: 8 to 9 months before departure (average price: 981 $)

Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1203), 2 to 3 months ($ 1155), 3 to 4 months ($ 1131), 4 to 5 months ($ 1102), 5 to 6 months ($ 1078), 6 to 7 months ($ 1100), 7 to 8 months ($ 1162)
November

Best time: 9 to 10 months before departure (average price: 981 $)

Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1161), 4 to 5 months ($ 1138), 5 to 6 months ($ 1114), 6 to 7 months ($ 1085), 7 to 8 months ($ 1044), 8 to 9 months ($ 1101), 10 to 11 months ($ 990)
December

Best time: 8 to 9 months before departure (average price: 1475 $)

Other interesting period(s): 4 to 5 months ($ 1703), 5 to 6 months ($ 1750), 6 to 7 months ($ 1730), 7 to 8 months ($ 1617), 9 to 10 months ($ 1630), 10 to 11 months ($ 1504)

What day of the week should I book my flight ticket?

Created with Highcharts 8.2.2 $ +5 $ +5 $ +5 $ +5 $ +13 $ +13 $ -3 $ -3 $ +8 $ +8 $ -21 $ -21 $ -5 $ -5Average price of plane ticket according to the booking daysundaymondaytuesdaywednesdaythursdayfridaysaturday-30-20-1001020

Data analysis:

Statistically, friday is the day when plane tickets for Chicago->Cebu are the cheapest. So, by buying your plane ticket on a friday, you will save $21. Conversely, by buying it on a tuesday, you may end up paying $13 more.

Chicago to Cebu: flight price when booking today

Information: this data is not statistics but comes from real prices collected less than 7 days ago. Some months may not be available as we do not have enough data for them.

Month Current price
April 2025$ 1153
$834 to $1348		Find a flight
May 2025$ 1176
$962 to $1808		Find a flight
June 2025$ 1576
$1310 to $1767		Find a flight
July 2025$ 1637
$1342 to $1899		Find a flight
August 2025$ 1161
$987 to $1416		Find a flight
September 2025$ 939
$918 to $973		Find a flight
October 2025$ 964
$964 to $964		Find a flight
November 2025$ 1390
$1390 to $1390		Find a flight
December 2025$ 1623
$1212 to $2111		Find a flight
January 2026$ 1217
$1194 to $1262		Find a flight
February 2026$ 2171
$970 to $4308		Find a flight
March 2026$ 1129
$1129 to $1129		Find a flight

Data analysis:

Compared to the average price, april, may, june, july, august, september, october, december, january and march are cheaper to travel to Cebu. So it may be interesting to book now to leave during these months!

Change currency