Clark International Airport / Clark Air Base
CRK / RPLC
Clark International Airport (CRK), located in the Clark Freeport Zone north of Manila, is an alternative international airport serving domestic and international flights. It has grown as a secondary hub for low‑cost and international carriers and is commonly used by travellers bound for Central Luzon and Metro Manila.
Getting To and From Clark International Airport / Clark Air Base #
Clark Airport is situated roughly 80-100 km north of Manila and close to Angeles City; travel times vary widely depending on destination and traffic (to Clark/Angeles City typically 15-30 minutes, to Manila 1.5-2.5 hours).
- Shuttle buses / airport vans - Frequent shuttle and van services connect the airport with Clark Freeport Zone, Angeles City and selected points in Metro Manila; these are a popular budget option.
- Taxis and app taxis - Available outside arrivals for local trips; for long transfers into Manila, fixed‑price shuttles are often more convenient.
- Car hire - On‑site rental desks provide self‑drive and chauffeur options.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Clark International Airport #
The airport provides standard services for an international regional airport: cafés, retail, car hire desks, ATMs and tourist information. Duty‑free shopping is available in the international departures area and basic lounge facilities are provided by some carriers.
Tips for Clark International Airport / Clark Air Base #
- If travelling to Manila, allow substantial extra time for road traffic - Clark is much closer to Angeles City but farther from Metro Manila.
- Use the airport transfer vans / shuttle services for budget travel to Clark Freeport Zone and Angeles City - they are common and economical.
Weather & Climate near Clark International Airport / Clark Air Base #
Clark International Airport / Clark Air Base's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 21°C to 35°C. Heavy rainfall (2224 mm/year), wettest in August with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Ideal | 21° - 31° | 26° | 12 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 1.7 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.2h |
| February | Excellent | 21° - 32° | 27° | 9 mm | some cloud | 74% | 2.4 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 11.5h |
| March | Excellent | 22° - 34° | 30° | 22 mm | some cloud | 68% | 2.4 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 11.9h |
| April | Very Good | 23° - 35° | 32° | 53 mm | some cloud | 65% | 2.2 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.4h |
| May | Good | 24° - 34° | 33° | 204 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 1.8 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.7h |
| June | Acceptable | 24° - 32° | 32° | 315 mm | overcast | 84% | 1.6 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.9h |
| July | Acceptable | 23° - 31° | 31° | 436 mm | overcast | 88% | 1.6 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 12.8h |
| August | Acceptable | 23° - 30° | 27° | 485 mm | overcast | 90% | 1.6 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.5h |
| September | Acceptable | 23° - 31° | 31° | 350 mm | overcast | 89% | 1.4 m/s | 2.0 very high | 12.1h |
| October | Good | 23° - 31° | 31° | 202 mm | partly cloudy | 88% | 1.3 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.7h |
| November | Good | 22° - 31° | 27° | 98 mm | partly cloudy | 88% | 2.1 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.3h |
| December | Very Good | 21° - 31° | 26° | 38 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 2.1 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.1h |
