Godofredo P. Ramos Airport
MPH / RPVE
Terminal Guide for Godofredo P. Ramos Airport (Caticlan) #
The airport has a single compact domestic terminal serving flights to and from other Philippine domestic airports. It functions as the primary air gateway for Boracay (via Caticlan jetty) and handles check‑in, arrivals and small-scale passenger services in one building.
Getting to and From Godofredo P. Ramos Airport (Caticlan) #
The airport is the nearest airfield to Boracay; the usual onward route is a short land transfer to the Caticlan jetty followed by a boat to Boracay:
- Land transfer to Caticlan jetty: about 5-15 minutes by tricycle or van depending on luggage and exact drop-off point.
- Boat to Boracay: around 10-20 minutes on a public pump boat; private transfers may be faster.
- Kalibo alternative: buses/shuttles between Kalibo and Caticlan take about 1-2 hours and are used by some passengers when flying into Kalibo airport.
- Taxis and private transfers** are available from the terminal to the jetty; meter/tour rates and tricycle fares vary locally.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Godofredo P. Ramos Airport (Caticlan) #
The terminal provides basic passenger services: small food stalls or kiosks, tour/transfer desks and counters for boat operators. Expect limited retail, intermittent Wi‑Fi and modest seating; luggage storage is minimal. Accessibility assistance is available on request through airlines or transfer operators.
Hotels and Layovers at Godofredo P. Ramos Airport (Caticlan) #
Summary: Most visitors stay on Boracay island; accommodation options adjacent to the airport in Caticlan are limited.
- For reliable booking pages use general hotel chains or booking platforms; many properties on Boracay are independent or boutique.
Layover tips: For short layovers day rooms on Boracay are common; if you must overnight near the airport look for hotels in Caticlan/Malay town and plan time for the boat transfer.
Tips for Godofredo P. Ramos Airport #
- Plan the land+boat transfer to Boracay: from the airport you must take a short land transfer to Caticlan jetty then a boat to Boracay; allow time for queues at peak times.
- Bring small pesos and expect limited ATMs at the airport - vendors, tricycle drivers and port fees are often cash-only.
- If you have a tight connection via Kalibo, allow extra time - road transfers between Kalibo and Caticlan can take well over an hour in traffic.
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 |