Transport
Domestic flights and ferries: how to move without losing days
10 May 2026 · 6 min read
Three carriers dominate: Philippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific and AirSWIFT. Only PAL includes checked baggage by default, which changes the real price comparison.
Manila's terminals are far apart. A domestic to international connection in Manila needs three hours minimum, and I prefer to break it with a night.
Fast ferries such as OceanJet and 2GO are reliable in the Visayas. In Palawan, the El Nido to Coron crossing is seasonal and cancels in rough seas.
My rule: never two transfers in one day, and never a same-day connection to an international flight.
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