Want to visit the stunning tropical paradise of Boracay? Fantastic! Boracay is an absolutely gorgeous island.
It looks exactly like the perfect tropical island you might dream of with light blue water, white sand, palm trees and more. It’s not surprising that it’s one of the most popular destinations in the Philippines.
However, Boracay is a tiny island, and it can feel a little confusing working out how to get there. If you book flights to Boracay Airport, you may not initially realize that it is not actually on Boracay Island. In fact, it’s more generally called Caticlan Airport as this is where it is located.
This means you need to work out how to get from Caticlan airport to Boracay.
Thankfully, it is very easy to get from the airport to Boracay.
So that it is easy for you, here are the exact instructions for how to get from Caticlan airport to your Boracay accommodation.
You can also make it easy and buy an airport transfer from Caticlan airport to Boracay here which will take you all the way.
If you want it ultra easy and fast, you can also buy private transfers from Caticlan Airport to Boracay here.
Or keep reading for how you can take this journey step-by-step yourself.
I also describe the reverse journey from Boracay island to Caticlan airport.
Map: Boracay Airport To Boracay Island
You can see in the map below that the distance from Caticlan airport to Boracay is very short.
The distance is only about two kilometers. Caticlan Airport is about 500 meters from Caticlan Jetty where you can take the boat to Boracay Island.
What Is The Best Airport For Boracay?
The answer is Caticlan Airport, also known as Boracay Airport. This airport is super close to Boracay Island as you can see on the above map.
As I stated earlier, there is no airport on Boracay Island itself so this is the best choice.
You could also fly to Kalibo Airport, but this is about 1.5-2 hours from Caticlan and then you still need to take the boat transfer to Boracay.
You can read more about traveling from Kalibo to Boracay here if you want to take this option.
How To Get From Caticlan Airport To Boracay
If you wish to book the transfer, click here for prices and options.
This is the easiest way to go. However, be careful when you are booking this that you book exactly what you want. The cheapest options will only take you from Caticlan Airport to the jetty on Boracay. I recommend you book an airport transfer that takes you all the way to your accommodation.
Otherwise, you can make your own way on transportation from the airport. It will just take a little longer and involve more effort. However, it is not difficult. Just take it step-by-step following the instructions below.
Note that Caticlan Airport has also been renamed Boracay Airport. Whichever name you use, it’s the same airport. It is located in the tiny town of Caticlan very close to Boracay. It’s also called the Godofredo P. Ramos Airport.
Step 1: Boracay Airport To Jetty Port
The good news is that this airport is very close to the jetty where you can take the boat to Boracay. Your first step is to get to the jetty.
It’s only about 500 meters so you can walk if you want and don’t have much luggage. It only takes about 10 minutes.
Otherwise, it’s very easy to take transport by either tricycle or van. This will take you directly to the jetty for the boat to Boracay Island.
Most people arriving at this airport will make this journey so everything is set up here to make it easy.
As stated before, you can buy tickets in advance to make it extra easy. The transfer can take you all the way to Boracay.
Click here to see the latest prices for this transfer from Caticlan airport to Boracay here.
Step 2: Ferry From Caticlan Jetty To Cagban Jetty, Boracay
From Caticlan Jetty, you can take a small bangka or boat.
Ferries depart frequently from about 5am to 8pm every 15 minutes or so and you shouldn’t have to wait too long. Overnight, they still run but you may have to wait awhile for a ferry to fill with people before they depart.
You can buy your tickets in advance here or on arrival.
There are a few parts to the ticket price. It’s about ₱50-100 for the boat ticket and ₱150 for the terminal fee. Then, there is an environmental fee which is ₱150 for locals and ₱300 for everyone else.
You can also charter your own boat across to Boracay Island. This starts at ₱1,000 during the day and gets much more expensive during the night.
Click here to see the latest prices.
You’ll usually arrive at Cagban Jetty in Boracay. However, sometimes during the wet season due to heavy winds, you may arrive at Tambisaan instead. This is no big deal, and you still should take a tricycle onward as discussed in the next section.
Step 3: Cagban Jetty, Boracay To Your Accommodation
Whether you want to travel from Caticlan airport to Boracay Station 1, 2, 3 or elsewhere on the island, you’ll now need to take a tricycle to your accommodation.
The fare depends on where you are heading and usually costs ₱150-300 per ride.
If you want a more budget-friendly option, ride the multi-cab at only ₱50 per person.
Your hotel may also be able to arrange your transport on your behalf. However, really the easiest way is to just book the airport transfer that takes you all the way to your Boracay accommodation here which include all parts of this journey.
Private Airport Transfer For Boracay
If all these steps are making your head spin and you simply want to get from the airport to your accommodation in Boracay with no fuss, you can book a private transfer from Caticlan airport.
This will include your own land transfers on each part of the journey and your own boat across to Boracay Island. This helps limit the amount of time waiting and lugging around suitcases and adds to the time you get to enjoy Boracay.
Click here to book your private airport transfer now.
You can also book your shared Caticlan airport to Boracay hotel transfer here, but these are in a group so they will take a little longer. They are a great price though and cut down on the hassle of doing it yourself.
Caticlan Airport To Boracay Fare
To take a transfer from the airport to the jetty and then the boat to Boracay and on to your hotel, the fare starts at ₱900 for locals and ₱1,050 for foreigners.
Caticlan Airport To Boracay Travel Time
While this seems like a complicated journey, each part is fairly quick.
All up, you can expect the journey to take around 1.5 hours to get from the airport to your accommodation on Boracay. You may be able to do it faster or slower depending on how long you wait for a boat and exactly where you are staying on Boracay.
For example, Caticlan airport to Boracay Station 3 will take less time than traveling Boracay airport to Station 1 which is further from Cagban Jetty.
How To Get From Boracay To Caticlan Airport
The reverse journey from Boracay to airport is the same as above with three steps. You just need to reverse it.
By far the easiest way is to take an airport transfer in Boracay.
You can book a private transfer here or a group transfer here.
These can pick you up at your hotel and take you all the way to the airport.
You can also travel without booking by reversing the three steps.
Take a tricycle back to Cagban Jetty from your Boracay accommodation.
From Cagban Jetty, take a boat back to Caticlan Jetty.
From here, you can walk or take a tricycle or van to the airport.
Final Words
You now know how to go from Caticlan Airport to Boracay.
While it can seem complicated thanks to having three parts, it’s really quite straightforward and you will be surrounded by many other tourists making the same journey.
Just remember that you first need to get to Caticlan Jetty. From here, you take the boat to Boracay Island.
Finally, you’ll need a tricycle ride on to your hotel.
The easiest way to do this is to book a transfer here.
You can also make this journey yourself. Just take it one step at a time.
I hope you found this guide to getting to Boracay from Caticlan Airport useful. You can find our full guide to getting to Boracay from elsewhere in the Philippines here. You can also find our complete travel guide to Boracay here or a guide to things to do in Boracay here.
