Godofredo P. Ramos AirportAbout Godofredo P. Ramos Airport
Godofredo P. Ramos Airport, commonly known as Caticlan Airport, is a domestic airport that serves the Boracay resort area in the Philippines. It handles scheduled domestic flights from major Philippine cities and is a primary entry point for visitors to Boracay.
Passengers transfer by short road trip to the Caticlan jetty and then by boat to Boracay island, making the airport a key part of the island access chain. Facilities are sized for short-haul domestic traffic and regional connections.
The airport was upgraded in recent years to improve passenger handling and safety for rapidly increasing tourist numbers. It primarily serves commercial passenger flights rather than international long-haul services.
The airport is located on Panay Island near the municipality of Malay in Aklan province, a short distance from the Caticlan ferry terminals that provide onward transport to Boracay.
- Gateway to Boracay: Also widely known as Caticlan Airport and carrying IATA code MPH; it is the principal air gateway for Boracay island via short road and boat transfers.
Nearby Attractions to Godofredo P. Ramos Airport
Best Time to Visit Godofredo P. Ramos Airport
Dry season (Dec-May) is recommended for reliable sea and air travel to nearby resorts.
Weather & Climate near Godofredo P. Ramos Airport
Godofredo P. Ramos Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 23°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (3681 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very Good | 23° - 29° | 26° | 172 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 3.0 m/s | 2.0 very high | 11.4h |
| February | Excellent | 23° - 29° | 26° | 85 mm | some cloud | 81% | 2.8 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 11.7h |
| March | Excellent | 24° - 30° | 30° | 58 mm | mostly sunny | 80% | 2.5 m/s | 2.8 extreme | 12.0h |
| April | Very Good | 25° - 32° | 33° | 69 mm | mostly sunny | 77% | 2.3 m/s | 2.8 extreme | 12.3h |
| May | Acceptable | 25° - 32° | 34° | 262 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 1.7 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.5h |
| June | Acceptable | 25° - 31° | 33° | 328 mm | overcast | 82% | 1.8 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.7h |
| July | Good | 24° - 31° | 31° | 653 mm | overcast | 84% | 2.0 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.6h |
| August | Good | 25° - 30° | 32° | 528 mm | overcast | 85% | 2.3 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.4h |
| September | Good | 24° - 30° | 31° | 450 mm | overcast | 84% | 1.8 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.1h |
| October | Good | 24° - 31° | 31° | 434 mm | overcast | 83% | 2.1 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 11.8h |
| November | Good | 24° - 30° | 31° | 382 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 2.8 m/s | 2.0 very high | 11.5h |
| December | Good | 24° - 29° | 27° | 260 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 2.5 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.3h |
How to Get to Godofredo P. Ramos Airport
Godofredo P. Ramos Airport is in Caticlan, Malay, Aklan. It serves short domestic flights from Manila, Cebu and other Philippine cities. From the terminal, a short tricycle/taxi ride and a brief boat transfer cross to Boracay Island.
Tips for Visiting Godofredo P. Ramos Airport
- Check flight updates and schedules during typhoon season (June-November) as weather can delay operations.
- Plan ground transport in advance - approved taxis and van services operate from the terminal to major resorts on Boracay.
- Carry local currency for terminal fees and small purchases; some small shops may not accept cards.