Statistics on Melbourne-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: Melbourne)
The average price to go to Cebu from Melbourne airport is $ 549 (round trip). However, there are variations depending on the departure month. Thus, it is possible to pay for your plane ticket on average between $ 442 (in august) and $ 780 (in january), which is a saving of $ 107 or a surplus of $ 231 (compared to the average price) depending on the period you leave.
The analysis of all prices reveals that the most frequent price is between $385 to $440 and it is generally more economical to leave on a monday and return on a wednesday on a flight with 1 or more layovers.
Be careful, the cheapest months may correspond to unfavorable weather periods . Check out our page best time to go to Cebu before booking your flight.
If you want to know when to book your flight at the best price, go straight to the second part of this page: When to buy your Melbourne-Cebu plane ticket.
How are these data calculated?
We have studied a sample of 60000 airfare prices from previous years for flights to Cebu from Melbourne and can thus establish precise and credible price variation trends based on different parameters. Of course, prices can vary from year to year, but the seasonal aspect of this data (recurrence of school holidays, events... from year to year) makes these statistics quite reliable.
Average price depending on the departure month
Data analysis:
By leaving in august, the price of the plane ticket will statistically be the cheapest ($ 442, saving $ 107 compared to the average price over the year which is $ 549). Conversely, january will be the most expensive ($ 780).
Flight Melbourne-Cebu: when is the best time to go for the best price?
| Month | Good price* | Average price | Our opinion |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $ 659 | $ 780 the most expensive | very high price |
| February | $ 441 | $ 571 | fair price |
| March | $ 380 | $ 460 | good price |
| April | $ 485 | $ 593 | fair price |
| May | $ 374 | $ 447 | good price |
| June | $ 443 | $ 514 | good price |
| July | $ 459 | $ 561 | fair price |
| August | $ 384 | $ 442 the cheapest | very good price |
| September | $ 409 | $ 513 | good price |
| October | $ 381 | $ 462 | good price |
| November | $ 412 | $ 474 | good price |
| December | $ 646 | $ 769 | 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 Melbourne to Cebu
Data analysis:
The prices for flights from Melbourne to Cebu range from $275 to $990. 3% of tickets were purchased at the minimum price (from $275 to $330), 1% at the maximum price (from $935 to $990). The majority of plane tickets were purchased in the range of $385 to $440 (21% of tickets).
Cheapest airlines for the Melbourne->Cebu flight
There are 7 companies that serve Melbourne from Cebu airport: Scoot, Cebu Pacific, Jetstar, Airasia X, Cathay Pacific, Philippine Airlines and Singapore Airlines.
Data analysis:
Of the 60000 flights analyzed in previous years, Scoot was the airline that offered the best fare most often in the flight ticket search results (53% of the time) on the Melbourne->Cebu route.
Which day of the week to leave?
Data analysis:
Statistically, Melbourne-Cebu flights departing on a monday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a monday as your departure date, you can save an average of $25. On the other hand, departing on a sunday may cost you an additional $36.
Which day of the week to come back?
Data analysis:
Statistically, return flights from Cebu to Melbourne 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 $15. Conversely, departing from Cebu on a friday may cost you an additional $37.
Top prices Melbourne-Cebu
| Round trip | Dates | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melbourne → Cebu | 09-06 to 21-06-2025 | $ 335 | layover flight with Airasia X |
| Melbourne → Cebu | 16-06 to 25-06-2025 | $ 327 | layover flight with Airasia X |
| Melbourne → Cebu | 01-09 to 11-09-2025 | $ 325 | layover flight with Scoot |
| Melbourne → Cebu | 02-09 to 18-09-2025 | $ 318 | layover flight with Scoot |
| Melbourne → Cebu | 05-09 to 16-09-2025 | $ 337 | layover flight with Scoot |
| Melbourne → Cebu | 07-11 to 17-11-2025 | $ 337 | layover flight with Scoot |
| Melbourne → Cebu | 09-11 to 19-11-2025 | $ 321 | layover flight with Scoot |
| Melbourne → Cebu | 10-11 to 20-11-2025 | $ 304 | layover flight with Scoot |
| Melbourne → Cebu | 11-11 to 21-11-2025 | $ 324 | layover flight with Scoot |
| Melbourne → Cebu | 14-11 to 24-11-2025 | $ 316 | layover flight with Scoot |
When to book your flight Melbourne - Cebu to get the cheapest price?
Statistically, you will make the biggest savings by buying your plane ticket between 2 to 3 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 Melbourne-Cebu flight, it is recommended to book your ticket on a tuesday.
How far in advance should I buy my flight?
Data analysis:
To get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne to Cebu, it is recommended to buy it 2 to 3 months before departure (it is then on average 520 $, which is a saving of 29 $ 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 (125 $ more than the average price).
Depending on the departure month
The best time to buy your Melbourne 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: 8 to 9 months before departure (average price: 627 $) Other interesting period(s): 4 to 5 months ($ 762), 5 to 6 months ($ 758), 6 to 7 months ($ 724), 7 to 8 months ($ 647), 9 to 10 months ($ 632), 10 to 11 months ($ 754), 11 to 12 months ($ 734) |
| February | Best time: 8 to 9 months before departure (average price: 454 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 528), 2 to 3 months ($ 518), 3 to 4 months ($ 491), 4 to 5 months ($ 504), 5 to 6 months ($ 566), 6 to 7 months ($ 464), 7 to 8 months ($ 475), 9 to 10 months ($ 465), 10 to 11 months ($ 475) |
| March | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 402 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 440), 2 to 3 months ($ 414), 4 to 5 months ($ 438), 5 to 6 months ($ 439), 6 to 7 months ($ 451), 8 to 9 months ($ 423) |
| April | Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 497 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 584), 4 to 5 months ($ 547), 5 to 6 months ($ 506), 7 to 8 months ($ 539), 8 to 9 months ($ 586), 9 to 10 months ($ 590), 10 to 11 months ($ 535) |
| May | Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 383 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 410), 3 to 4 months ($ 438), 4 to 5 months ($ 397), 6 to 7 months ($ 433), 8 to 9 months ($ 430), 10 to 11 months ($ 440) |
| June | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 438 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 504), 2 to 3 months ($ 487), 3 to 4 months ($ 483), 4 to 5 months ($ 492), 5 to 6 months ($ 457), 6 to 7 months ($ 501), 8 to 9 months ($ 510), 9 to 10 months ($ 488) |
| July | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 507 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 538), 3 to 4 months ($ 509), 4 to 5 months ($ 529), 6 to 7 months ($ 550), 8 to 9 months ($ 542), 10 to 11 months ($ 523) |
| August | Best time: 8 to 9 months before departure (average price: 382 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 441), 4 to 5 months ($ 397), 5 to 6 months ($ 437), 6 to 7 months ($ 413), 7 to 8 months ($ 435), 9 to 10 months ($ 419), 10 to 11 months ($ 441) |
| September | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 461 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 501), 2 to 3 months ($ 476), 4 to 5 months ($ 509), 5 to 6 months ($ 481), 6 to 7 months ($ 469), 7 to 8 months ($ 495), 8 to 9 months ($ 461), 9 to 10 months ($ 506), 10 to 11 months ($ 470) |
| October | Best time: 11 to 12 months before departure (average price: 398 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 435), 2 to 3 months ($ 432), 3 to 4 months ($ 423), 4 to 5 months ($ 419), 5 to 6 months ($ 461), 10 to 11 months ($ 436) |
| November | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 419 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 464), 3 to 4 months ($ 438), 4 to 5 months ($ 452), 5 to 6 months ($ 455), 7 to 8 months ($ 462), 8 to 9 months ($ 474) |
| December | Best time: 9 to 10 months before departure (average price: 621 $) Other interesting period(s): 4 to 5 months ($ 759), 5 to 6 months ($ 763), 6 to 7 months ($ 731), 7 to 8 months ($ 712), 8 to 9 months ($ 677), 10 to 11 months ($ 648) |
What day of the week should I book my flight ticket?
Data analysis:
Statistically, tuesday is the day when plane tickets for Melbourne->Cebu are the cheapest. So, by buying your plane ticket on a tuesday, you will save $9. Conversely, by buying it on a thursday, you may end up paying $9 more.
Melbourne 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 2025 | $ 952 $672 to $1332 | very high price | Find a flight |
| May 2025 | $ 442 $355 to $731 | fair price | Find a flight |
| June 2025 | $ 390 $326 to $547 | very good price | Find a flight |
| July 2025 | $ 480 $383 to $681 | very good price | Find a flight |
| August 2025 | $ 392 $346 to $749 | very good price | Find a flight |
| September 2025 | $ 386 $306 to $532 | very good price | Find a flight |
| October 2025 | $ 402 $351 to $466 | very good price | Find a flight |
| November 2025 | $ 355 $304 to $496 | very good price | Find a flight |
| December 2025 | $ 650 $436 to $919 | very good price | Find a flight |
| January 2026 | $ 683 $563 to $897 | very good price | Find a flight |
| February 2026 | $ 483 $457 to $535 | very good price | Find a flight |
| March 2026 | $ 505 $482 to $528 | high price | Find a flight |
Data analysis:
Compared to the average price, june, july, august, september, october, november, december, january and february are cheaper to travel to Cebu. So it may be interesting to book now to leave during these months!