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Leaving the white sands of Boracay for the mainland means crossing a short stretch of water from the island's port to the Caticlan seaport, where the airport and the long-distance buses are close by. The crossing is quick, but the full journey also includes the land transfers on both sides.
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Boracay to Caticlan by Ferry
The boat is the most common way across. Public ferries run from Cagban Seaport on Boracay to Caticlan Seaport on the mainland, and the crossing takes 10 to 15 minutes by public ferry or 3 to 5 minutes by speedboat.[1] Terminal fee, environmental fee and boat fare are paid through the Boracay iPass registration or at the seaport gate by showing the QR code.[1] In bad weather the boats may use a different port; the iPass notes that the terminal fee may be adjusted if the port location changes because of a typhoon.[1]
Booking platforms list ferry tickets from about $4 to $9, with departures from 06:00 to 18:00 and a total journey of 30 minutes to 1 hour (October 2026).[2]
Boracay to Caticlan by Van
A van transfer bundles the land transport on both sides with the boat, which helps if you have heavy luggage. Booking platforms list standard transfers from about $15 for a journey of about 1 hour. Executive speedboat and first class transfers cost considerably more, up to about $113 per booking (October 2026), with departures from 05:00 to 21:00.[2]
Boracay to Caticlan by Bus
Booking platforms also sell combined bus and ferry tickets between Boracay and the Caticlan airport area, at about $5 to $6 for a journey of 35 minutes to 1 hour (October 2026).[2] From Caticlan Seaport the airport is only 5 to 10 minutes away by tricycle or aircon shuttle.[1]
Comparing Your Options
| Mode | Price (USD) | Duration | Comfort |
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| Ferry | About $4 to $9[2] | 30m to 1h | Standard |
| Bus and ferry | About $5 to $6[2] | 35m to 1h | Moderate |
| Van | From about $15[2] | 20m to 1h 5m | High |
Tips for Traveling from Boracay to Caticlan
- Check the port: Boats can switch ports in bad weather. Confirm with your hotel which port is in use on your travel day.
- Time buffer: Even though the crossing is short, give yourself a generous buffer before a flight, because weather and queues at the terminal can cause delays.
- Booking: During peak holiday seasons, book your transfer in advance to secure a seat on your preferred van or speedboat.
Timetable
| Bus Boracay - Caticlan Airport $ 5.46–6.28 35m – 1h | |
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| Ferry Boracay - Caticlan Airport $ 12.49 1h | |
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| Van Boracay - Caticlan Airport $ 15.45–19.67 1h | |
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| Bus Caticlan Airport - Caticlan $ 2.34 30m | |
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| Ferry Boracay - Caticlan $ 3.90–9.36 30m – 1h | |
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| Van Boracay - Caticlan $ 14.83–112.37 20m – 1h 5m | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Boracay to Caticlan, including current prices and schedules.
The ferry is the cheapest option, with fares listed from about $4 (October 2026). Combined bus and ferry tickets are listed at about $5 to $6.
A speedboat crossing takes 3 to 5 minutes, and a public ferry takes 10 to 15 minutes. Add the land transfers on both sides for the total journey.
The boat crossing takes 10 to 15 minutes by public ferry. Booking platforms list total journey times of 30 minutes to 1 hour including the land transfers (October 2026).
You can pay at the seaport gate, but booking a combined van or bus transfer in advance helps you avoid queues and ensures a smooth transition to the airport.
Booking platforms list ferry departures from 06:00 to 18:00 and van transfers from 05:00 to 21:00 (October 2026). For a very late or early flight, arrange a private transfer.
The crossing is short, but in bad weather the boats may use a different port. Confirm with your hotel which port is active.
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] Provincial Government of Aklan: Boracay iPass. Retrieved October 15, 2026.
- [2] 12Go: Boracay - Caticlan timetable. Retrieved October 15, 2026.
Guide prices and journey times are indicative, not live quotes. A booked package may include transfers and waiting time as well as the main journey. Check the selected offer, pickup point and current conditions before booking.