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 $ 1363 (round trip). However, there are variations depending on the departure month. Thus, it is possible to pay for your plane ticket on average between $ 1099 (in september) and $ 1787 (in june), which is a saving of $ 264 or a surplus of $ 425 (compared to the average price) depending on the period you leave.
The analysis of all prices reveals that the most frequent price is between $949 to $1001 and it is generally more economical to leave on a tuesday and return on a wednesday on a flight with 1 or more layovers.
Be careful, the cheapest months may correspond to unfavorable weather periods . Check out our page best time to go to Cebu before booking your flight.
If you want to know when to book your flight at the best price, go straight to the second part of this page: When to buy your Chicago-Cebu plane ticket.
How are these data calculated?
We have studied a sample of 26672 airfare prices from previous years for flights to Cebu from Chicago and can thus establish precise and credible price variation trends based on different parameters. Of course, prices can vary from year to year, but the seasonal aspect of this data (recurrence of school holidays, events... from year to year) makes these statistics quite reliable.
Average price depending on the departure month
Data analysis:
By leaving in september, the price of the plane ticket will statistically be the cheapest ($ 1099, saving $ 264 compared to the average price over the year which is $ 1363). Conversely, june will be the most expensive ($ 1787).
Flight Chicago-Cebu: when is the best time to go for the best price?
| Month | Good price* | Average price | Our opinion |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $ 1130 | $ 1311 | fair price |
| February | $ 1051 | $ 1171 | good price |
| March | $ 1051 | $ 1247 | good price |
| April | $ 1024 | $ 1222 | good price |
| May | $ 1075 | $ 1272 | good price |
| June | $ 1549 | $ 1787 the most expensive | very high price |
| July | $ 1458 | $ 1717 | high price |
| August | $ 1267 | $ 1503 | fair price |
| September | $ 961 | $ 1099 the cheapest | very good price |
| October | $ 971 | $ 1154 | good price |
| November | $ 994 | $ 1164 | good price |
| December | $ 1393 | $ 1704 | 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
Data analysis:
The prices for flights from Chicago to Cebu range from $790 to $2055. 1% of tickets were purchased at the minimum price (from $791 to $843), 1% at the maximum price (from $2002 to $2055). The majority of plane tickets were purchased in the range of $1159 to $1212 (7% 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, ANA, Emirates, Qatar Airways, United, Cathay Pacific, Etihad Airways, Frontier Airlines and Philippine Airlines.
Data analysis:
Of the 26672 flights analyzed in previous years, EVA Air was the airline that offered the best fare most often in the flight ticket search results (28% of the time) on the Chicago->Cebu route.
Which day of the week to leave?
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 $37. On the other hand, departing on a friday may cost you an additional $41.
Which day of the week to come back?
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 $31. Conversely, departing from Cebu on a friday may cost you an additional $66.
Top prices Chicago-Cebu
| Round trip | Dates | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago → Cebu | 03-02 to 17-02-2025 | $ 956 | layover flight with EVA Air |
| Chicago → Cebu | 05-02 to 11-02-2025 | $ 812 | layover flight with Turkish Airlines |
| Chicago → Cebu | 06-02 to 18-02-2025 | $ 893 | layover flight with United |
| Chicago → Cebu | 12-02 to 19-02-2025 | $ 889 | layover flight with United |
| Chicago → Cebu | 01-03 to 09-03-2025 | $ 847 | layover flight with Turkish Airlines |
| Chicago → Cebu | 12-03 to 25-03-2025 | $ 765 | layover flight with Turkish Airlines |
| Chicago → Cebu | 09-04 to 20-04-2025 | $ 995 | layover flight with EVA Air |
| Chicago → Cebu | 08-09 to 29-09-2025 | $ 975 | layover flight with Korean Air |
| Chicago → Cebu | 14-09 to 20-09-2025 | $ 1027 | layover flight with Korean Air |
| Chicago → Cebu | 15-09 to 29-09-2025 | $ 920 | layover flight with Korean Air |
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?
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 1154 $, which is a saving of 209 $ 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 (203 $ 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: 1109 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 1296), 4 to 5 months ($ 1216), 5 to 6 months ($ 1232), 6 to 7 months ($ 1193), 7 to 8 months ($ 1203), 8 to 9 months ($ 1148), 10 to 11 months ($ 1194) |
| February | Best time: 9 to 10 months before departure (average price: 990 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 1170), 4 to 5 months ($ 1096), 5 to 6 months ($ 1031), 6 to 7 months ($ 1024), 7 to 8 months ($ 1013), 8 to 9 months ($ 1018), 10 to 11 months ($ 1018) |
| March | Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 969 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1180), 3 to 4 months ($ 1133), 4 to 5 months ($ 1062), 5 to 6 months ($ 1012) |
| April | Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 969 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1144), 3 to 4 months ($ 1047), 4 to 5 months ($ 1055), 5 to 6 months ($ 1006) |
| May | Best time: 4 to 5 months before departure (average price: 1070 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1194), 3 to 4 months ($ 1076), 5 to 6 months ($ 1092), 6 to 7 months ($ 1125), 7 to 8 months ($ 1116), 8 to 9 months ($ 1110) |
| June | Best time: 9 to 10 months before departure (average price: 1517 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 1713), 4 to 5 months ($ 1549), 5 to 6 months ($ 1547), 6 to 7 months ($ 1518), 7 to 8 months ($ 1642), 8 to 9 months ($ 1774) |
| July | Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 1380 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 1687), 4 to 5 months ($ 1542), 5 to 6 months ($ 1406), 7 to 8 months ($ 1398), 8 to 9 months ($ 1419), 9 to 10 months ($ 1419), 10 to 11 months ($ 1475) |
| August | Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 1214 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 1408), 4 to 5 months ($ 1467), 5 to 6 months ($ 1348), 7 to 8 months ($ 1241) |
| September | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 915 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1063), 4 to 5 months ($ 1008), 5 to 6 months ($ 1080), 6 to 7 months ($ 982) |
| October | Best time: 8 to 9 months before departure (average price: 915 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1147), 2 to 3 months ($ 1102), 3 to 4 months ($ 1078), 4 to 5 months ($ 1051), 5 to 6 months ($ 1028), 6 to 7 months ($ 1048), 7 to 8 months ($ 1119) |
| November | Best time: 9 to 10 months before departure (average price: 921 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1107), 4 to 5 months ($ 1085), 5 to 6 months ($ 1063), 6 to 7 months ($ 1034), 7 to 8 months ($ 997), 8 to 9 months ($ 1050), 10 to 11 months ($ 935) |
| December | Best time: 8 to 9 months before departure (average price: 1410 $) Other interesting period(s): 4 to 5 months ($ 1624), 5 to 6 months ($ 1668), 6 to 7 months ($ 1649), 7 to 8 months ($ 1542), 9 to 10 months ($ 1599), 10 to 11 months ($ 1437) |
What day of the week should I book my flight ticket?
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 $14. Conversely, by buying it on a tuesday, you may end up paying $10 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 | Our opinion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 2024 | $ 1503 $1157 to $2603 | very good price | Find a flight |
| January 2025 | $ 1371 $1025 to $1961 | high price | Find a flight |
| February 2025 | $ 888 $812 to $956 | very good price | Find a flight |
| March 2025 | $ 1026 $765 to $1203 | very good price | Find a flight |
| April 2025 | $ 1020 $995 to $1033 | very good price | Find a flight |
| June 2025 | $ 1497 $1491 to $1505 | very good price | Find a flight |
| July 2025 | $ 1299 $1299 to $1299 | very good price | Find a flight |
| August 2025 | $ 1283 $1127 to $1375 | very good price | Find a flight |
| September 2025 | $ 974 $920 to $1027 | very good price | Find a flight |
Data analysis:
Compared to the average price, december, february, march, april, june, july, august and september are cheaper to travel to Cebu. So it may be interesting to book now to leave during these months!