Flight from Iloilo to Basco - Batanes

Batanes is the smallest city located in the Philippines. This city is blessed with the endless view of the ocean, the sprawling hills, the always smiling locals, the freshest seafood, and the peaceful and laid-back vibe. It is also famously known as the Home of the Winds due to its calm and windy weather which has preserved its postcard-perfect scenery and friendly culture. It takes around 3 hours of flying time to travel from Iloilo to Batanes. This will differ based on the airlines and routes taken as well. Considering Traveloka offers various airline options such as Philippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific, AirAsia, Emirates, and more, you have plenty to choose from. Some of the best attractions there are in Batanes such as the House of Dakay, Naidi Hills, and Mount Iraya.

When is the best time to fly from Iloilo to Basco Batanes?

Batanes are generally warm throughout the year, but there is a certain period of the year that is good enough to do both outdoor and/or indoor activities. The usual period where Batanes is open for visiting is from late November to mid-April. This will be the optimum period to go on a holiday here in Batanes. The temperature will usually vary from 22°C to 32°C and is rarely below 20°C or above 33°C. Maybe to get the best time where you are not at the peak of the holiday season in Batanes, you can plan a travel to Batanes close to the end of November or mid of April, just before the holiday peak starts.

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What are the main airports available in Basco Batanes?

Basco Airport (BSO)

Basco Airport is the main airport operating in Batanes. It is 1 km away from Batanes. The trip via car or any public land transportation will take around 3 minutes from the airport to the main city. The traveling time will only differ depending on the traffic condition at the time of the travel. Some of the airport facilities you can find at the Basco Airport include check-in facilities, free wi-fi, duty-free outlets, restaurants, ATMs, baggage storage, and a lost & found center.

Highlights in Basco Batanes.

House of Dakay - House of Dakay is the oldest surviving stone house in the city. It is one of the five houses that remain standing after a strong earthquake hit the island in the early 1900s. Near the house area is the Old Spanish Bridge which was built during colonial times. It is still being used as a pedestrian bridge by the locals today. It will be a great loss to miss a visit to the House of Dakay. House of Dakay is 26 km away from Batanes and 14 km from the main airport. It will take roughly 55 minutes to drive from Batanes to the House of Dakay and around 30 minutes from the airport. House of Dakay opens all day to visit with no entrance fee.

Naidi Hills - Naidi Hills is home to the first Batanes lighthouse. It offers a breathtaking view of Baluarte Bay, Basco Town, Mount Iraya, and the sloping hills of Batan Island. Historically, this site was once the most extensive wireless communication facility in the country by connecting Batanes to Manila during the American period, up to the demise of a grenade by the Japanese Imperial Air Force at the beginning of World War II. It will be a great loss to miss a visit to Naidi Hills. Naidi Hills is 1 km away from Batanes and 2 km from the main airport. It will take roughly 4 minutes to drive from Batanes to the Naidi Hills and around 5 minutes from the airport. Naidi Hills opens all day to visit with no entrance fee.

Mount Iraya - Mount Iraya is a significant landmark for Ivatans which offers an adventure for hikers. It is one of the Philippines’ 22 active volcanoes and its last eruption took place in 1454. The trail is quite narrow and covered in trees and vines. It also gets increasingly muddy and slippery which can pose a challenge to inexperienced hikers. However, its summit offers a great view of the island. It will be a great loss to miss a visit to Mount Iraya. Mount Iraya is 5 km away from Batanes and 6 km from the main airport. It will take roughly 12 minutes to drive from Batanes to Mount Iraya and around 15 minutes from the airport. Mount Iraya opens all day to visit with no entrance fee.

Travel tips to Basco Batanes.

Keep Your Accommodation Address with You

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Travel Insurance

Be it whether you are traveling domestic or international, it is important to gear yourself up with travel insurance. This is pretty much self-explanatory because you will never expect what could happen when you are abroad. Even if you are traveling domestically, should things go out of your control such as accidents or sickness, you will have the leverage of insurance coverage.

Be Flexible with Your Travel Plans

Planning is a good way to go traveling, be it domestically or internationally, but don’t disregard the fact that things can and most likely would not go as planned. This could either be due to suddenly the activity you want to do being unavailable or if more logistical issues force you to think of other ways to do things. Keep in mind that planning is a good base, but when you are traveling and there are a lot of external factors involved, it will be a different kind of adventure.

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