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    "Key": "CEB-MPH",
    "orig": {
      "code": "CEB",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Cebu",
      "fullCity": "Cebu, Philippines",
      "airport": "Mactan Cebu Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "MPH",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Caticlan",
      "fullCity": "Caticlan, Philippines",
      "airport": "Caticlan (Boracay)"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Cebu to Caticlan?",
        "answer": "The flight from Cebu to Caticlan is about 177 miles and typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes. The return leg is slightly shorter at about 1 hour, a difference too small to mention. Several airlines fly the route nonstop, with Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines, AirAsia, and Cebgo all operating daily service.",
        "methodology": "Flight times and distances come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time across all carriers on the route, computed the same way in both directions so the difference reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in method. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two airports, so the actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer.",
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      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Cebu to Caticlan?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are direct flights from Cebu to Caticlan. Four airlines — Philippine Airlines (PR), Cebu Pacific (5J), AirAsia Philippines (Z2), and Cebgo (DG) — operate non‑stop service daily, with a combined 72 weekly departures and a typical flight time of about 65 minutes. Flights leave throughout the day from 06:20 to 17:45, so you have plenty of options.",
        "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Carrier service, flight times and distances for this route come from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold. Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg. Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.",
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      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Caticlan?",
        "answer": "From Caticlan Airport (MPH), the primary way to reach the city center or Boracay is by taking a short tricycle ride to Caticlan Jetty Port, then a ferry to the island. Taxis and ride-share services are not available, and there is no mass transit. Tricycles are the most common and only direct ground transport option at the airport, offering a quick and affordable transfer to the jetty.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Godofredo%20P.%20Ramos%20Airport",
            "title": "Godofredo P. Ramos Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-26T05:51:15Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Godofredo_P._Ramos_Airport",
            "title": "Godofredo P. Ramos Airport",
            "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png",
            "time_published": "2026-07-28T01:49:46Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kalibo%20International%20Airport",
            "title": "Kalibo International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-02-11T09:52:27Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?mobileaction=toggle_view_desktop&title=Kalibo_International_Airport",
            "title": "Kalibo International Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-07T18:53:14Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Malay%2C%20Aklan",
            "title": "Malay, Aklan",
            "time_published": "2026-04-21T10:49:36Z"
          }
        ],
        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Cebu to Caticlan?",
        "answer": "No nonstop red‑eye flights operate from Cebu to Caticlan. However, connecting itineraries whose long leg is a red‑eye are available via Manila (MNL): Philippine Airlines (PR) operates an overnight leg CEB→MNL departing at 22:25 and arriving at 23:50 the same night, with onward connections on PR or 2P after a layover of roughly 7¾ to 14 hours.",
        "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Cebu to Caticlan?",
        "answer": "Philippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific, AirAsia Zest, and Cebgo all fly nonstop from Cebu to Caticlan. Philippine Airlines runs the most frequent service with 33 weekly flights, followed by Cebu Pacific with 21, AirAsia Zest with 11, and Cebgo with 7 daily departures. All four carriers operate daily on this route.",
        "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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        ]
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Cebu and Caticlan?",
        "answer": "This is a short domestic route with frequent direct flights. Connections are uncommon and would likely route through Manila, but that significantly increases travel time. A direct flight is the most efficient choice."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Caticlan?",
        "answer": "November to May is the dry season with sunny skies and calm seas, ideal for beach trips and island hopping; crowds are lower outside Christmas, Easter, and Chinese New Year."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Cebu to Caticlan?",
        "answer": "Since this is a domestic flight within the Philippines, bring a valid government-issued ID like a passport, driver's license, or national ID. No visa or onward travel proof is needed, but have a payment method for baggage fees and any required health documents such as a vaccination certificate if still mandated by local authorities."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Caticlan?",
        "answer": "Caticlan has only one airport, Godofredo P. Ramos Airport (MPH), which is the main gateway to Boracay and located just a few minutes from the ferry terminal."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Mactan Cebu Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From downtown Cebu City, the most popular and economical way to reach Mactan-Cebu International Airport is by metered taxi or ride-hailing services like Grab, which take roughly 30–60 minutes depending on traffic and offer door-to-door convenience at a moderate cost. Public transportation options include jeepneys and MyBus routes that cross the bridge to Lapu-Lapu City, but these are not direct airport services and require transfers, making them slower and less practical with luggage. There are no dedicated airport shuttle buses from the city center. Driving yourself is possible with paid long-term parking at the airport, though navigating Cebu's traffic can be challenging for visitors.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mactan%E2%80%93Cebu%20International%20Airport",
            "title": "Mactan–Cebu International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-15T02:35:34Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mactan–Cebu_International_Airport",
            "title": "Mactan–Cebu International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-07-05T23:09:25Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transportation%20in%20Metro%20Cebu",
            "title": "Transportation in Metro Cebu",
            "time_published": "2026-03-13T13:34:16Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transportation_in_Metro_Cebu",
            "title": "Transportation in Metro Cebu",
            "time_published": "2026-06-15T20:23:35Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cebu%20Strait",
            "title": "Cebu Strait",
            "time_published": "2023-12-01T09:51:15Z"
          }
        ],
        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Caticlan airport?",
        "answer": "Caticlan Airport (MPH) does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods. Nearby hotels on Boracay Island are accessible via a short shuttle and boat transfer, though they are not directly connected to the airport. For an overnight stay, you'll need to arrange transport to accommodations in the Boracay area.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Godofredo%20P.%20Ramos%20Airport",
            "title": "Godofredo P. Ramos Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-26T05:51:15Z"
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          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Godofredo_P._Ramos_Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-28T01:49:46Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/asia/philippines/visayas/bacolod/activities/godofredo_p_ramos_or_caticlan_airport_transfers_mph_to_boracay-XKHMWV",
            "title": "Godofredo P. Ramos or Caticlan Airport Transfers (MPH) to Boracay",
            "time_published": "2026-02-24T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/asia/philippines/visayas/boracay/activities/boracay_adventures_transfer_services_via_caticlan-XF3ECV",
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          {
            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/cagayan-de-oro-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "Cagayan de Oro Laguindingan Airport Guide",
            "time_published": "2024-11-11T00:00:00Z"
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          {
            "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/asia/philippines/bohol/panglao-island/activities/private_departure_transfer_city_based_hotel_to_panglao_airport_tagbilaran_port-X0H6V7",
            "title": "Private Departure Transfer: City Based Hotel to Panglao Airport/ Tagbilaran Port",
            "time_published": "2026-02-24T00:00:00Z"
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        ],
        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Cebu to Caticlan?",
        "answer": "On the nonstop segment from Cebu to Caticlan, the Airbus A320-100 is the scheduled aircraft. Connecting itineraries via Manila typically involve an Airbus A321-100 or A330-300 on the longer leg, with an A320-100 on the short hop to Caticlan. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, though Wi-Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these types.",
        "methodology": "Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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      },
      "q18": {
        "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Cebu to Caticlan?",
        "answer": "On the Cebu to Caticlan route, Philippine Airlines (PR) and Cebu Pacific (5J) are not part of any global alliance, while AirAsia Zest (Z2) and Cebgo (DG) are also unaffiliated — no SkyTeam, Star Alliance, or oneworld carriers operate nonstop here.",
        "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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      },
      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Cebu?",
        "answer": "At Mactan-Cebu International Airport, there are two Plaza Premium Lounges: one in Terminal 1 for domestic departures and one in Terminal 2 for international departures. The Terminal 1 lounge is open 24 hours and offers Wi‑Fi, showers (for a fee), and complimentary soft drinks. The Terminal 2 lounge features premium food, a full bar, showers, and a children’s room, with access available to business-class passengers, Priority Pass members, and day-pass holders. Philippine Airlines also operates a Mabuhay Lounge in Terminal 2 for its business-class and elite-status travelers.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/philippines/cebu-mactan-intl",
            "title": "Mactan–cebu International Airport CEB Lounges - CEB Airport Guide and lounges.  | Priority Pass",
            "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/CEB",
            "title": "American Express Lounges at Mactan-Cebu International Airport | Amex US",
            "time_published": "2026-05-03T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/CEB/Plaza-Premium-Lounge-Terminal-2-International-uDrEflY2Pw/",
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            "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com:443/en-GB/lounges/philippines/cebu-mactan-intl/ceb1-plaza-premium-lounge",
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        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Cebu to Caticlan?",
        "answer": "Baggage allowance on Cebu to Caticlan flights varies by airline and fare type. Basic economy fares are restrictive and may not include checked baggage, while standard economy typically includes one checked bag and a carry-on. Check your airline's policy for exact allowances."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Cebu to Caticlan?",
        "answer": "Flights from Cebu to Caticlan are short domestic hops operated by turboprop aircraft, offering only Economy seating with no Premium Economy or flat-bed Business options."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and premium tickets usually allow same‑day changes or standby, but basic fares often do not."
      }
    }
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}