Contents
Leaving the white sands of Boracay often feels like a reluctant farewell to paradise, but the journey back to the mainland offers one last look at the beautiful Panay coastline. Whether you are heading to Kalibo International Airport for a flight or continuing your journey through the Philippines, the transition from island life to the busy streets of Kalibo is a well-traveled path that requires a bit of logistical coordination.
The route has two parts: a short boat crossing from Boracay to Caticlan, followed by a land transfer to Kalibo. The public ferry from Caticlan Seaport to Cagban Seaport on Boracay takes 10 to 15 minutes, and a speedboat 3 to 5 minutes. The land transfer between Caticlan and Kalibo International Airport takes 1 hour 20 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes depending on traffic.[1] Many travelers buy a single combined ticket, while others piece the journey together. You can book your preferred transport for this route on GoAsia.cc.
Boracay to Kalibo by Van
Vans are a popular way to reach Kalibo because they cover the whole trip from the island in one booking. Booking platforms list combined transfers from Boracay to Kalibo at about $17 for a standard transfer, with First Class and Executive Speedboat tiers costing more, and journey times of 1 hour 30 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutes (October 2026).[2] They sell separate tickets for local and foreign guests. A private 9-seat van from Caticlan to Kalibo is listed at about $52 per vehicle and 2 hours.[2]
Executive Speedboat Transfers
For those in a hurry or looking to skip the slower public ferry, the Executive Speedboat Transfer is the premium tier. It takes you across the strait by speedboat before connecting you to a van for the drive to Kalibo, which helps if you have a tight flight connection.
Boracay to Kalibo by Bus
Buses are the cheapest option. Booking platforms list the bus from Caticlan to Kalibo Airport at about $5 to $6 and a combined bus and ferry ticket from Boracay at about $9 to $11 (October 2026).[2] The journey takes about 2 hours from Caticlan and 2 hours 15 minutes to 3 hours from Boracay.[2] Door-to-door bus and ferry tickets are listed as well, which helps if you travel with heavy luggage.
Boracay to Kalibo by Ferry
Every trip from Boracay includes a boat crossing, and some platforms sell it as a ferry ticket that continues by land to Kalibo Airport. These combined tickets are listed at about $15 to $39 and 2 hours 30 minutes in total (October 2026).[2]
Comparing Your Options
| Mode | Price (USD) | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Van (Boracay to Kalibo) | From about $17[2] | 1h 30min to 3h 30min[2] |
| Bus (Caticlan to Kalibo Airport) | About $5 to $6[2] | About 2h[2] |
| Bus and ferry (from Boracay) | About $9 to $11[2] | 2h 15min to 3h[2] |
| Ferry and land ticket | About $15 to $39[2] | About 2h 30min[2] |
Tips for Traveling from Boracay to Kalibo
- Terminal and environmental fees: The terminal fee, environmental fee and boat fare are paid through the Boracay iPass registration, or at the Caticlan seaport terminal gate by showing the QR code.[1]
- Buffer Time: Leave Boracay several hours before your flight from Kalibo. The crossing takes 10 to 15 minutes and the drive 1 hour 20 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes, before any queues at the jetty.[1]
- Book Ahead: During peak seasons like Holy Week or the Christmas holidays, vans and buses fill up quickly, so book your transfer in advance.
- Luggage: Standard vans can be tight on space. If you are traveling with surfboards or a lot of luggage, consider a private transfer.
- Check the Airport: Make sure you are flying out of Kalibo (KLO) and not Caticlan (MPH). Caticlan Airport is 5 to 10 minutes from the seaport, while Kalibo is more than an hour away by road.[1]
Timetable
| Flight Aklan - Kalibo $ 71.27–126.18 2h 9m – 1days 8h 35m | |
|
| Bus Boracay - Kalibo Airport $ 8.60–10.45 2h 15m – 3h | |
|
|
| Ferry Boracay - Kalibo Airport $ 15.07–38.53 2h 30m | |
|
| Bus Caticlan - Kalibo Airport $ 4.69–6.25 2h | |
|
| Taxi Caticlan - Kalibo $ 51.20–51.48 2h | |
|
| Ferry Caticlan - Roxas City $ 8.72–76.40 5h | |
|
| Van Boracay - Kalibo $ 17.19–133.64 1h 30m – 3h 30m | |
|
Frequently Asked Questions
Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Boracay to Kalibo, including current prices and schedules.
The bus from Caticlan to Kalibo Airport is the cheapest option, listed at about $5 to $6 in October 2026. From Boracay, a combined bus and ferry ticket costs about $9 to $11.
A van transfer is listed with journey times from 1 hour 30 minutes, depending on traffic and how the boat crossing connects. The Executive Speedboat Transfer is the tier that skips the slower public ferry.
Plan for roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutes in total. The boat crossing takes 10 to 15 minutes, and the land transfer between Caticlan and Kalibo International Airport takes 1 hour 20 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes depending on traffic.
You can find transport at the jetty, but booking in advance is recommended in peak seasons so you have a seat that matches your flight time.
Booking platforms list separate tickets for local and foreign guests on the van and bus services. Check which ticket applies to you when you book.
Booking platforms list door-to-door bus and ferry tickets and taxi, ferry and van combinations. Check the pickup point when you book.
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 to Kalibo 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.