Boracay Airport Transfers

The airport transfer from Caticlan to Boracay using public transport usually costs around 1000 pesos ($18 US) per person in 2022. This price includes your ferry ticket, environmental & terminal fees, taxes plus your e-trike ground transport to your hotel. However, the price may vary depending on the season and the type of transport that you choose. I recommend booking a package airport transfer like this to save a lot of hassle plus you get to skip the queue at the airport and the ferry.  But if you want to travel in style, then a private speedboat then a car or van would be a better choice. Whatever you do, just make sure to book your transfer in advance to avoid the long queues at the airport.

If you haven't pre-booked your airport transfer which includes the ferry ride and just turn up at the Caticlan jetty port terminal then you will need to pay Php 100 ($1.80 US) per person for the Terminal Fee. It is the same fee when you leave Boracay too.

Caticlan is the preferred airport for those headed to the island of Boracay because it's much closer. However, Kalibo airport is more affordable and has more flight options. So it really depends on what's important to you. If you're looking for an easy commute and don't mind spending a bit more, go with Caticlan. But if you want to save a few bucks and don't mind a longer journey, Kalibo is the way to go.

There are two airports that serve Boracay which are Kalibo International Airport and Caticlan Airport also known as Godofredo P. Ramos Airport. Caticlan provides more convenient access, as it is much closer than Kalibo, which lies 1.5 hours away.

The Caticlan to Boracay ferry ride takes 15 minutes and costs Php 150 ($2.80 US). The schedule usually starts from 6 am - 6 pm, 7 days a week.
The best way get between the two islands is by taking this short but sweet boat service, which runs every hour or so!

Once off the plane, before you enter the island, as a tourist

• you will be asked for your confirmed hotel booking. Please present the actual booking confirmation document, a printout or screenshot is acceptable. As a tourist, you can only book a DOT-Accredited Boracay Island accommodation.  You can download the DOT list here.
• you'll need to go through a registration process to check your QR code, PCR test and official acceptance form.

• I recommend you get in the queue and have the QR person generate your QR code for you rather than trying to do it yourself on your phone. It'll save you a lot of hassle.

• you are required to present proof of vaccination status.  You can be fully vaccinated, unvaccinated or partially vaccinated. Each requires a different vaccination card.

From the Caticlan airport arrival terminal, it's a 2.5 km drive to Caticlan Jetty Port which will take 8 minutes in a car or bus.

Then it's a 1.9 km ferry ride to Cagban Jetty Port on Boracay Island which will take around 15 minutes.