
Airline | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Origin Airport | Destination Airport | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Scoot | 20:10 | 23:55 | Davao (DVO) | Singapore (SIN) | Book flight |
Cebu Pacific | 22:20 | 00:25 (+1 day) | Davao (DVO) | Manila (MNL) | Book flight |
Philippine Airlines | 22:25 | 00:15 (+1 day) | Davao (DVO) | Manila (MNL) | Book flight |
Philippine Airlines | 23:30 | 01:15 (+1 day) | Davao (DVO) | Manila (MNL) | Book flight |
Airline | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Origin Airport | Destination Airport | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Cebu Pacific | 21:55 | 23:55 | Manila (MNL) | Davao (DVO) | Book flight |
Philippine Airlines | 22:05 | 00:05 (+1 day) | Manila (MNL) | Davao (DVO) | Book flight |
Cebu Pacific | 22:45 | 00:45 (+1 day) | Manila (MNL) | Davao (DVO) | Book flight |
Philippine Airlines | 23:20 | 01:10 (+1 day) | Manila (MNL) | Davao (DVO) | Book flight |
The airport is about 9 to 10 km from downtown Davao. A taxi ride usually takes 20 to 40 minutes, depending on traffic.
Yes. Both names refer to the same airport, which uses the IATA code DVO and the ICAO code RPMD.
Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines, via PAL Express, run most domestic flights. International carriers include Scoot to Singapore and Qatar Airways to Doha. Check the latest schedule, as routes change by season.
Yes. Scoot flies between Davao and Singapore, Qatar Airways connects Davao with Doha, and Cebu Pacific offers selected regional international routes.
Many airlines do not allow durian in the cabin because of its strong smell, and rules for checked bags vary. Check with your airline before packing any.
There is one passenger terminal, opened in 2003. It serves both domestic and international flights, with separate check-in counters for each.
Walk out to the main highway and take a jeepney towards Sasa, then transfer to one heading downtown. Taxis and ride-hailing are quicker if you have luggage.
The taxi rank is just outside the arrivals hall, to the right as you exit. Taxis are available at any time of day.
Francisco Bangoy International Airport, usually called Davao International Airport, is the main gateway to Davao City and the wider Mindanao region in the southern Philippines. Its passenger terminal opened in 2003, and the design draws on Malay architectural influences. The airport is run by the Davao International Airport Authority. Its long runway can handle wide-body jets.
The airport lies in Barangay Sasa, in the Buhangin district of Davao City. Downtown is around 9 to 10 km away. Depending on traffic, the drive usually takes 20 to 40 minutes.
A single two-level terminal handles both domestic and international flights, with separate check-in areas for each. The building is spacious and straightforward to navigate. Travellers will find food outlets, shops with local products such as dried fruit, and the usual service counters.
Domestic services are led by Cebu Pacific, which runs a base here, and Philippine Airlines through PAL Express. Between them they connect Davao with Manila, Cebu, Iloilo and many other Philippine cities. International carriers include Scoot, which flies to Singapore, and Qatar Airways, which links Davao with Doha. Cebu Pacific also offers selected regional international routes. Timetables vary by season, so always check the current schedule.
Davao City is a gateway to nature. Mount Apo, a popular trekking destination, rises to the south-west, and the Philippine Eagle Center introduces visitors to the national bird. Island beaches on Samal are a short boat ride across the gulf, and the city's markets are a great place to try durian and other tropical fruit.
Durian is a local favourite, but many airlines do not allow it in the cabin, so check before you pack any. Security screening at the terminal entrance can create queues at busy times, so arrive early. For international flights, leave extra time for immigration and travel tax formalities where they apply.
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