SkyTeam member China Eastern Airlines brings us a deal from London to Cebu, Philippines starting at just £436 (~€502) This deal includes 23kg checked luggage. Departures are available in April and May.
Our availability calendar highlights all possible flight dates at the lowest price for trips up to 28 days. It will forward you to Kayak with your selected flight dates. From there, you can proceed to China Eastern or check what OTAs have to offer, as they sell these tickets up to £50 (~€58) cheaper.
First, you will fly to Shanghai on a China Eastern Boeing 777 with a 3-4-3 configuration, and then continue your journey to Cebu with a China Eastern Airbus 320 family with a 3-3 configuration.
Search & Book
This deal will expire on May 27, 2024. A minimum stay of six days, and a maximum stay of twelve months applies. Departures are available in April and May.
You can find suitable dates using our calendar above or with the help of Google Flights. We recommend booking directly on China Eastern’s website, but you can find cheaper prices with Skyscanner. However, booking on OTAs has its downsides.
Why is booking with an airline better than with an online travel agency?
More often than not, online travel agencies offer lower fares than airlines do. We still recommend booking with the airlines directly. There are two main reasons for that:
Better Customer Service
In case any problems like delays, cancellations or missed connections arise, you can communicate directly with the airline. The airline has to take care of you because you have a contract with them.
If a travel agency issues your ticket, you may have to reach out to them first. You also depend on your OTA to forward information like flight changes instead of receiving them directly from the airline. In many cases, you may get a prime exhibition of responsibility shifting rather than problem-solving.
This especially applies to premium tickets. You don’t want to spend more than €1,000 to wind up with some budget OTA’s telephone hotline in case anything goes wrong.
Baggage and Other Fees
Economy fares not including hold luggage are industry standard by now. In most cases, travel agencies charge much higher baggage fees than the airlines themselves. If bags are not included in your fare, airlines are often the cheaper alternative.
This also applies to other things like food services, insurances or priority treatment. In almost all cases, you pay less for additional amenities when booking on the airlines’ website.
Mileage
This ticket is issued in booking class Z. Here are the miles and points you can earn from this deal:
- 4,314 Miles on Aeromexico Club Premier
- 3,596 RDM + 718 MQD on Delta SkyMiles
- 3,596 Points on SAS EuroBonus
- 3,596 Award Miles + 70 Tier Points on Virgin Atlantic Flying Club
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Destination
Information & Tips for Philippines
The Philippines is an archipelago of over 7,000 islands, known for its beaches, diving spots, and volcanic landscapes. Key destinations include Palawan for its limestone cliffs and lagoons, Cebu for diving and whale sharks, and the rice terraces of Banaue. The local currency is the Philippine Peso (PHP). Costs are relatively low, especially outside major cities, with budget-friendly options for food, transport, and lodging. The weather is tropical—hot and humid—with a rainy season typically from June to November and a dry season from December to May.
Getting around the Philippines can be challenging, especially in cities where traffic congestion is common and public transport is limited. In urban areas like Manila, jeepneys, buses, and tricycles are widely used but can be confusing for newcomers. Intercity travel often requires flights due to the country’s island geography, though ferries and long-distance buses are also options. Infrastructure quality varies, and delays are not uncommon, so planning ahead is important.
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