Mambajao to Cebu is 88 miles (142 km), a flight of about 45 minutes.
The left side wins on both ends of this short hop: a dramatic volcanic island departure from Camiguin and a scenic city-and-mountain approach into Cebu, while the right side is dominated by featureless open sea for most of the flight.
Flight Path
Brief cruise over the Camotes Sea, with the northern coastline of Bohol occasionally visible in the distance to the south before the descent into Cebu begins.
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Takeoff from CGM
LEFTCamiguin is a small volcanic island, and the airport sits on its north coast with the island's volcanic peaks rising immediately to the south. As the turboprop climbs out and banks onto its northwest heading toward Cebu, the island falls away on the left side, giving a clear view of Mt. Hibok-Hibok's cone and the rugged coastline before the plane heads out over open water.
Landing at CEB
LEFTOn the descent into Mactan, the approach path brings Cebu City's skyline and the central Cebu mountain range into view off the left side, along with the bridges linking Mactan Island to the mainland. The right side mostly faces the open Camotes Sea and Olango Island's flat reef flats, which are far less visually striking.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Camiguin Airport (CGM) to Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Mambajao to Cebu. The left side wins on both ends of this short hop: a dramatic volcanic island departure from Camiguin and a scenic city-and-mountain approach into Cebu, while the right side is dominated by featureless open sea for most of the flight.
What can I see during takeoff from Camiguin Airport in Mambajao?
During takeoff from Camiguin Airport (CGM), sit on the Left side for the best views. Camiguin is a small volcanic island, and the airport sits on its north coast with the island's volcanic peaks rising immediately to the south. As the turboprop climbs out and banks onto its northwest heading toward Cebu, the island falls away on the left side, giving a clear view of Mt. Hibok-Hibok's cone and the rugged coastline before the plane heads out over open water. Notable sights include: Mt. Hibok-Hibok volcano, Mt. Vulcan lava dome, Camiguin's white sandbar (White Island), Mambajao coastline.
What can I see when landing at Mactan Cebu International Airport in Cebu?
When landing at Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB), sit on the Left side for the best views. On the descent into Mactan, the approach path brings Cebu City's skyline and the central Cebu mountain range into view off the left side, along with the bridges linking Mactan Island to the mainland. The right side mostly faces the open Camotes Sea and Olango Island's flat reef flats, which are far less visually striking. Notable sights include: Cebu City skyline, Marcelo Fernan and Mactan-Cebu bridges, Cebu's central mountain ridge, Mactan Island coastline.
How long is the flight from Mambajao to Cebu?
The flight from Camiguin Airport (CGM) to Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB) takes about 45 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 88 miles (142 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Mambajao to Cebu flight path pass over?
Brief cruise over the Camotes Sea, with the northern coastline of Bohol occasionally visible in the distance to the south before the descent into Cebu begins.