{ "response": { "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": "A nonstop flight from Cebu to Caticlan typically takes about 1 hour. There are no common layover flights on this short domestic route. Flight times are similar in both directions." }, "q1": { "question": "Are there any direct flights from Cebu to Caticlan?", "answer": "Yes, there are direct flights from Cebu to Caticlan, with four airlines operating non‑stop: Philippine Airlines (33 weekly), Cebu Pacific (21 weekly), AirAsia Z2 (11 weekly), and Cebgo (7 weekly). All four fly daily, so you can find a direct flight any day of the week with departures spread from early morning through late afternoon.", "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": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q3": { "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Caticlan?", "answer": "At Caticlan Airport (MPH), the main ground transportation option to reach the town center or the Caticlan Jetty Port for Boracay is by tricycle, which is a motorcycle with a sidecar. Tricycles are readily available outside the terminal, and the ride to the jetty port takes about 5–10 minutes. There are no taxis, ride-share services, or mass transit directly at the airport. Some hotels and resorts offer private van transfers, which can be arranged in advance. Tricycles are the most commonly used and fastest way to get to the port.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List%20of%20airports%20in%20the%20Philippines", "title": "List of airports in the Philippines", "time_published": "2026-03-15T07:55:45Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?mobileaction=toggle_view_desktop&title=Kalibo_International_Airport", "title": "Kalibo International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-07T18:53:14Z" }, { "url": "https://www.airports-terminal.com/philippine-airlines/philippine-airlines-mph-terminal-boracay-airport/", "title": "Philippine Airlines MPH Terminal, Boracay Airport", "time_published": "2024-02-14T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.airports-terminal.com/citilink-airlines/citilink-airlines-pen-terminal-penang-international-airport/", "title": "Citilink Airlines PEN Terminal, Penang International Airport", "time_published": "2024-06-12T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_airports_in_the_Greater_Manila_Area", "title": "List of airports in the Greater Manila Area", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-05-13T05:46:19Z" } ] }, "q6": { "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Cebu to Caticlan?", "answer": "No nonstop red-eye flights operate from Cebu to Caticlan. Connecting itineraries whose long leg is an overnight flight are available via Manila (MNL): Philippine Airlines departs Cebu at 10:30 PM arriving Manila at 11:50 PM same night, Cebu Pacific departs at 11:45 PM arriving Manila at 1:15 AM (early hours), and Air Philippines also departs at 10:30 PM arriving Manila at 11:50 PM same night, each connecting onward to Caticlan.", "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": [ "redeye_flights" ] }, "q7": { "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Cebu to Caticlan?", "answer": "Philippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific, AirAsia Zest, and Cebgo all operate non‑stop flights from Cebu to Caticlan. Philippine Airlines offers the most frequent service with 33 weekly flights, followed by Cebu Pacific at 21, AirAsia Zest at 11, and Cebgo at 7 flights per week. All carriers run daily schedules with multiple departure times throughout the day. Typical per‑carrier fares are not available for this route.", "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": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q9": { "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Cebu to Caticlan?", "answer": "On-time performance can be inconsistent due to weather and operational factors. Early flights with Cebu Pacific or Philippine Airlines often depart closer to schedule." }, "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, while avoiding the rainy southwest monsoon from June to October." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Cebu to Caticlan?", "answer": "For this domestic flight, bring a government-issued photo ID such as a passport or national ID, ensure it is valid and matches your ticket, and have a payment method for baggage fees. No visa or vaccination certificate is required for domestic travel within the Philippines." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in Caticlan?", "answer": "Caticlan has only one airport, Godofredo P. Ramos Airport, which is the closest gateway to Boracay Island." }, "q13": { "question": "How do I get to Mactan Cebu Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "From downtown Cebu City, the fastest and most popular way to reach Mactan–Cebu International Airport is by taxi or ride‑share (Grab), taking around 30–45 minutes depending on traffic and costing roughly ₱300–₱500. Public buses and modern jeepneys serve the airport from various points in the city, with fares under ₱50, though they are slower and may require a transfer at the Mactan–Cebu link. Driving yourself is possible and the airport offers short‑ and long‑term parking, but congestion on the bridges can be heavy during peak hours.", "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" } ] }, "q14": { "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Caticlan airport?", "answer": "Caticlan Airport (MPH) does not have any on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods. There are no sleeping facilities inside the terminal or within walking distance. Nearby hotels on Boracay Island are accessible via a short shuttle and boat transfer, but none are directly connected to the airport.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "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" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List%20of%20airports%20in%20the%20Philippines", "title": "List of airports in the Philippines", "time_published": "2026-03-15T07:55:45Z" }, { "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" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_airports_in_the_Philippines", "title": "List of airports in the Philippines", "time_published": "2026-06-25T03:22:58Z" }, { "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/tacloban-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Tacloban Airport Guide", "time_published": "2025-05-02T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?mobileaction=toggle_view_desktop&title=Kalibo_International_Airport", "title": "Kalibo International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-07T18:53:14Z" } ] }, "q17": { "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Cebu to Caticlan?", "answer": "Nonstop flights from Cebu to Caticlan are operated by Cebu Pacific (5J) and AirSWIFT (2P), with AirSWIFT using Airbus A320-100 aircraft while Cebu Pacific's aircraft type is unspecified. The most common one-stop option is via Manila on Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines, or AirSWIFT, where the long leg often uses Airbus A320-100 or A321-100, and the short leg to Caticlan is typically also an A320-100 or unspecified type. Aircraft can vary by day and airline, and while Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on many modern jets, specifics aren't listed for this route.", "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": [ "route_aircraft" ] }, "q18": { "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Cebu to Caticlan?", "answer": "No global airline alliance serves Cebu to Caticlan nonstop: Philippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific, AirAsia Philippines, and Cebgo all operate the route but none belong to Star Alliance, SkyTeam, or oneworld; other alliances may offer connecting itineraries.", "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": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "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 (domestic) and one in Terminal 2 (international). The international lounge is located airside after immigration, across from the Mabuhay Lounge near Gate 20, and offers premium food, complimentary beer and wine, showers (for a fee), Wi‑Fi, and a children’s room. The domestic lounge is also airside, open 24 hours, and provides similar amenities including Wi‑Fi, showers (for a fee), and alcoholic drinks. Both lounges accept Priority Pass and American Express Platinum cardholders; day passes may also be available. These are the primary independent lounge options, as no airline‑branded lounges like a Philippine Airlines Mabuhay Lounge are publicly listed for Cebu departures.", "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" }, { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/CEB/Plaza-Premium-Lounge-Terminal-2-International-uDrEflY2Pw/", "title": "Plaza Premium Lounge at Mactan-Cebu International Airport | Amex US", "time_published": "2026-04-25T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mactan–Cebu_International_Airport", "title": "Mactan–Cebu International Airport", "time_published": "2026-07-05T23:09:25Z" }, { "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com:443/en-GB/lounges/philippines/cebu-mactan-intl/ceb1-plaza-premium-lounge", "title": "Plaza Premium Lounge CEB AIRPORT Terminal 1 Cebu Mactan Intl | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q21": { "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Cebu to Caticlan?", "answer": "Baggage allowance on Cebu to Caticlan flights depends on the airline and fare type. Basic economy typically has no free checked baggage, while standard economy often includes a carry‑on. Checked bag allowances vary, so confirm with your airline." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Cebu to Caticlan?", "answer": "Flights from Cebu to Caticlan are short domestic hops typically operated by turboprop aircraft offering only Economy class with standard seating." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies differ by airline and fare; flexible and higher‑cabin tickets often allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic fares typically do not." } } } }