✈️ Manila to Boracay Travel Guide: Fly vs RoRo Ferry + Bus Route

RoRo sailing from Batangas port to Calapan port

Planning your trip to Boracay from Manila? You have two main options — fly or go the adventurous route by land and sea. Here's a quick guide to help you choose what fits your budget, schedule, and travel style.

🚢 Option 1: By Land & Sea (RoRo Adventure Route)

If you're a budget traveler or want a bit of an adventure, you can go from Manila to Boracay via bus + RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off ferry).

🕐 Total Travel Time: ~17 hours (varies depending on stopovers and weather)
💸 Budget-Friendly Level: ★★★★★
🌊 Adventure Level: ★★★★★

🧭 Step-by-Step Itinerary:

1. From Manila:
   Ride a bus bound for Batangas Port.
   ✅ Important: Look for buses with the sign Batangas Port, not just Batangas.
2. Batangas to Calapan, Mindoro:
   Take a RoRo or ferry to Calapan Port.
3. Calapan to Roxas, Mindoro:
   Ride a bus or van to Roxas town (around 4–5 hours).
4. Roxas to Caticlan:
   Board another RoRo or ferry bound for Caticlan Port in Aklan.
5. Caticlan to Boracay Island:
   From Caticlan, ride a tricycle to the Jetty Port, then take a 15-minute boat ride to Boracay.

 🧳 Tips:

• Bring snacks, water, and lots of patience.
• Not ideal for families with small children or large luggage.

🛳️ Alternative: 2Go Travel

For a more comfortable ride, check out 2Go Travel. They offer 2 daily trips from Batangas to Caticlan.

🚌 Manila to Caticlan Direct Buses

Companies like Dimple Star Transport also offer direct Manila-Caticlan bus routes (with ferry transfers included).
👉 Check their schedule here

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✈️ Option 2: By Air (Faster, Easier, Tourist-Friendly)

This is by far the most popular option for getting to Boracay from Manila.

🕐 Total Travel Time: ~1–2 hours flight + transfer
💸 Budget-Friendly Level: ★★☆☆☆
🧘‍♀️ Convenience Level: ★★★★★

🛬 Fly to Either:

Boracay Island from the plane

1. Caticlan Airport (MPH)

• Closest to Boracay — just 10–15 mins away by boat.
• Only turboprop planes allowed due to short runway.
• Preferred by tourists for convenience.

✈️ Airlines that serve Caticlan:

• Cebu Pacific Air
• Philippine Airlines
• AirSWIFT

📝 Note: As of March 2013, only Cebu Pacific and AirPhil Express operated here. This has since expanded — check updated schedules from each airline's site.

2. Kalibo International Airport (KLO)

• Larger airport ~2 hours away from Boracay
• Handles international and domestic flights
• Ideal if you prefer flying on larger aircraft

✈️ Airlines flying to Kalibo:

• Cebu Pacific
• Philippine Airlines
• AirAsia
• Scoot (formerly Tiger Airways)

🚌 From Kalibo Airport:

• Take a van or bus transfer to Caticlan Jetty Port (2 hours)
• Then boat ride to Boracay

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🧳 Which One Should You Choose?

Criteria	Land/Sea (RoRo)	By Air
🕐 Travel Time	~17 hours	2–3 hours (with transfer)
💸 Cost	₱	₱₱–₱₱₱
✈️ Convenience	❌	✅✅✅
🌊 Experience	Adventurous	Smooth and quick
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-Friendly	Not ideal	Recommended