The Philippines is among the many beautiful places on earth. It only waits to be discovered by you. It has many unique places such as Butuan. Butuan is a first-class highly urbanized city located in the center of the Caraga Region. The city has a long history in gold and manufacturing boat, and it makes the city ten times more attractive to visit. Not only a deep history, but the city is also a great place to visit because it has many interesting places.

Best time to fly from General Santos to Butuan

The climate in Butuan is tropical. Sometimes it experiences monsoon, which usually happens at the end of the year. The average temperature is 23 degree Celsius. May to October record the most months with rainfall. Hence, if you want to come to Butuan, it is advisable to visit from January to April. During these months, the temperature is warm yet pleasant and less rainfall. The highest temperature recorded during these months is 33 degree Celsius. While the lowest temperature recorded is 19 degree Celsius. You can still go to Laoag from May to October because they might be few festivals celebrated during this time. However, it might be difficult to outdoor activities as there will be quite heavy rainfall. Hence, all water activities should be delayed as the waves can be quite dangerous.

Main airport available in General Santos and Butuan.

General Santos International Airport - General Santos International located in the city if General Santos and serves the people in the area of Soccsksargen. It is the largest airport on the island of Mindanao. Among the airlines that work together with the airport is Cebu Pacific, Philippines Airlines and Philippines Airlines operated by PAL Express. It is a very humble airport yet still facilitated with essential facilities such as information counter, waiting for area and ATMs. Getting here will not be a trouble because one can rent a car, public bus or other public transportation.

Bancasi Airport - Bancasi Airport is the airport that serves the city of Butuan. The airport has been classified as the Principal Domestic Airport Class 1 by the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines. Locals call it as Tugpahanan sa Bancasi. It is located in the province of Agusan del Norte. Three airlines serve together for the Butuan people. They are Cebu Pacific, Cebu Pacific operated by Cebgo and Philippines Airlines operated by PAL Express. The airport can be considered in the medium category. Hence you can get all the necessary facilities such as the information counter, restaurant and many more. But do not expect much. The nearest airport is Tandag Airport, which located 77 kilometers away.

Climate pattern in General Santos and Butuan.

Butuan and General Santos climate's is tropical. Hence often it experienced great rain depends on the season. Some parts of the year, especially in the ends of the year, both will experience typhoon and the temperature can drop until 20 degree Celsius. The average minimum temperature for both places will be somewhere between 25 to 28 degree Celsius while the average maximum temperature varies from 30 to 34 degree Celsius.

Highlights attraction in Butuan.

• Masao Beach - Masao Beach is the escape from all your hectic city lifestyle. Enjoy watching the sunset at the beach while drinking fresh coconut water is probably the things you never knew that you need. There is also a local activity of Sapyaw, which is a traditional way of catching small fish and shrimp.
• Balangay Shrine Museum - Balangay Shrine Museum or also known as Balanghai is a museum that store the national cultural treasures. Here you can see the art and cultural change and evolve as time goes by. This museum is located in Sitio Ambangan.
• Agusan River - Agusan River is the most popular place for a photographer to take pictures in Butuan. A red bridge with the blue river flowing and green grass at the bank of the river will look lovely on your Instagram page. So, make sure to come here and enjoy the view.