Bacolod-Silay Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
BCD
ICAO Code
RPVB
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
International

Bacolod‑Silay Airport serves Bacolod City and the surrounding Negros Occidental region in the Philippines. It handles domestic flights and regional connections and operates from a single passenger terminal located in Silay City, north of Bacolod.

Bacolod-Silay Airport
Elevation: 24 m
10.7764, 123.0150

Terminal Guide for Bacolod‑Silay Airport #

A single terminal building handles both arrivals and departures; the layout is compact with check‑in, security and baggage reclaim in the same facility. Services target domestic travellers and regional connections.

Getting to and From Bacolod‑Silay Airport #

The airport is a short drive from Bacolod city; transfer times vary by traffic but are generally within 20-40 minutes. Options include taxis, metered tricycles for short hops, private transfers and car rental.

  • Taxi / Private Transfer: Common and relatively inexpensive for door‑to‑door service.
  • Tricycles / Local Transport: Useful for very short trips; not suitable for large luggage.
  • Car Rental: Available for travellers planning to explore the island.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Bacolod‑Silay Airport #

Facilities are focused on domestic passengers: cafés, a few shops and car hire desks.

  • Lounges: No major lounge networks typically operate here.
  • Food & Drink: Small cafés and snack kiosks are available during operating hours.
  • Wi‑Fi & Charging: Basic Wi‑Fi and charging points may be present.
  • Accessibility: Standard assistance services are typically available; coordinate with your carrier if special help is required.

Hotels and Layovers at Bacolod‑Silay Airport #

There are several hotels and mid‑range properties in Bacolod and Silay within a short drive of the airport; many offer airport transfers-check with your property for pick‑up options.

Tips for Bacolod-Silay Airport #

  • Taxis and metered tricycles are common for the short transfer into Bacolod city-confirm the price before leaving the terminal.
  • If you have a late arrival, check which food outlets are open; many close earlier than city businesses.

Weather & Climate near Bacolod-Silay Airport #

Climate

Bacolod-Silay Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 34°C. Heavy rainfall (2389 mm/year), wettest in October.

Air Quality: AQI 62 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
MarchAprilJanuary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
37°
Warmest Month
21°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (138 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

69 Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 30°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

138 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.5h daylight

February

February is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Regular rainfall (84 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
22° 31°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

84 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
11.7h daylight

March

March is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
23° 32°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

74 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

April

April is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (77 mm).

75 Very Good

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 33°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

May

May is the hottest month, feeling like 34°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (175 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

61 Good

Comfort

34°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
24° 34°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

175 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.5h daylight

June

June is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (235 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 32°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

235 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.6h daylight

July

July is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (299 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
23° 32°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

299 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.6h daylight

August

August is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (255 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
23° 32°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

255 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

September

September is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (242 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
23° 32°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

242 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

October

October is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (303 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
23° 32°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

303 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
11.8h daylight

November

November is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (280 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

61 Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
23° 31°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

280 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.5h daylight

December

December is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (227 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 30°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

227 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.4h daylight

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