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Tagbilaran, Bohol 🍫
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Davao → Tagbilaran, Bohol
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Is there a boat from Davao to Bohol? No — here's why
Unlike Cebu–Bohol (a straightforward 2-hour fast ferry) or Manila's overnight boats, there is no direct sea route between Davao and Bohol. Davao sits on Mindanao and Bohol is in the Visayas — the only way to connect them by water is to first sail or fly to Cebu City, then take a separate fast ferry (~2 hours) on to Tagbilaran's ICM Port. Stitched together, that's a minimum of a full day of travel with at least one transfer, versus under an hour non-stop by air. For this specific route, flying isn't just the fastest option — it's the only one that makes practical sense.
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Cheapest one-way fares from Francisco Bangoy International (DVO) to Bohol–Panglao International (TAG) · Prices in PHP
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Here's what ₱5,000 vs ₱15,000 all-in actually gets you in Bohol for a long weekend — flight included
Things Dabawenyos always get wrong about Bohol
Five mistakes first-time Davao-to-Tagbilaran travellers consistently make
Because most Mindanao-to-Visayas trips online default to a Cebu layover, a lot of Davao travellers don't realise DVO–TAG is flown non-stop by Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines, and Cebgo, daily. There's no reason to book a connecting itinerary through CEB or MNL — it will only add hours and a second baggage claim for a route that takes under an hour direct.
Older blogs and even some booking sites still describe landing in "Tagbilaran City" and needing an hour-long jeepney ride to Panglao. That airport closed in November 2018. Every DVO–TAG flight now lands at Bohol–Panglao International Airport, which sits directly on Panglao Island — a tricycle to Alona Beach is ₱200–₱300 and 15–30 minutes, not an hour-long cross-town trip.
Unlike a one-day fiesta, Sandugo stretches across all of July in Tagbilaran City, with the street dancing and Blood Compact reenactment usually landing in the third or fourth week. Fares on this route can climb to ₱2,800–₱5,500 one-way that month, partly because Boholanos working in Davao fly home for it. Book 6–8 weeks out if your trip falls anywhere in July, or shift to June or early August instead.
ATMs exist in Tagbilaran City and around Panglao/Alona Beach (Grab arrived here only in December 2024, and it's still limited to Tagbilaran, Dauis, and Panglao — don't expect it elsewhere). But there are no ATMs in Loboc, Bilar, or Carmen, the towns you'll pass through on a Chocolate Hills–tarsier–river cruise countryside tour. Withdraw what you'll need for the whole day before you leave Panglao.
AirAsia Philippines does fly DVO–TAG direct, but only about once a week, usually Wednesdays. If your travel dates aren't flexible, comparing AirAsia's single weekly flight against Cebu Pacific or Cebgo's daily schedules can waste time — check the day of week before you fall in love with an AirAsia fare that doesn't actually run on your date.
Airlines flying DVO → Tagbilaran
Three airlines fly daily direct; a fourth flies the route only once a week
💡 Baggage tip: Cebu Pacific and Cebgo sell 7 kg cabin-only fares. Add checked baggage at booking — it's cheaper than at the airport. PAL Economy fares typically include 20 kg free. AirAsia's weekly frequency means it's rarely the most flexible option — check the actual flight day before comparing its fare to the daily carriers.
Bohol travel guide for Davao visitors
Everything you need to know before you fly from DVO to TAG
🚫 Why there's no sea option
- Davao (Mindanao) and Bohol (Visayas) have no direct ferry connection
- The only sea route is Davao → Cebu → Tagbilaran, over a full day with a transfer
- Compare that to a ~55-minute non-stop flight — flying is the only practical choice here
- If you're coming from Cebu instead, the fast ferry to Tagbilaran (~2h) is a great option — just not from Davao
- Budget travellers should focus on catching a seat sale rather than looking for a boat
🛺 Getting around Bohol from the airport
- Bohol–Panglao Airport sits directly on Panglao Island — you're already near the beach on landing
- Tricycle to Alona Beach: ₱200–₱300, 15–30 minutes
- Taxi to Panglao/Alona: ₱280–₱450, about 15 minutes; agree on the fare before you get in
- Grab launched in Bohol only in December 2024 — it works in Tagbilaran, Dauis, and Panglao, but don't count on it elsewhere
- For the Chocolate Hills–tarsier–Loboc River countryside circuit, book a shared or private van tour rather than tricycle-hopping
💰 Budget in Bohol
- Budget: ₱800–₱1,500/day covers a hostel bed, local meals, and tricycle transport
- Mid-range: ₱2,500–₱4,500/day for a Panglao resort room and sit-down restaurants
- Street food and turo-turo meals run ₱50–₱150 per dish, often enough for two
- ATMs are in Tagbilaran City and around Panglao only — none in Loboc, Bilar, or Carmen
- No foreign currency exchange needed — all Philippine peso (PHP) throughout
🏝️ Where to go from Tagbilaran
- Alona Beach, Panglao — the main resort strip, diving shops, restaurants; 15–30 min from the airport
- Chocolate Hills (Carmen) — 1,260+ cone hills, best viewed Feb–Jul when the grass browns; ~1.5h drive
- Loboc River — buffet lunch cruise, ~1 hour, live music; ~45 min from Panglao
- Balicasag Island — snorkeling and turtle sightings; boat trip from Panglao
- Tarsier Conservation Area (Corella) — see the tiny primates ethically; no flash photography allowed
🏨 Where to stay in Bohol
- Alona Beach, Panglao: best for nightlife, diving, restaurant variety (₱1,000–₱4,000/night)
- Quieter Panglao (Dumaluan, Bee Farm area): resort stays with more privacy (₱2,500–₱8,000/night)
- Tagbilaran City: budget hotels, closer to malls and the port (₱800–₱2,000/night)
- Loboc: eco-lodges by the river, good base for a countryside-focused trip (₱500–₱1,500/night)
- Book ahead during Sandugo Festival (all of July, peak the 3rd–4th week) and Holy Week
🍽️ Must-eat in Bohol
- Peanut Kisses — Bohol's signature pasalubong, shaped like the Chocolate Hills; airport stalls sell them but Cogon Market (Tagbilaran) is cheaper
- Calamay sa Albur / Jagna kalamay — sticky rice-coconut confection packed in a coconut shell; the Jagna version is the most prized
- Ube Kinampay — Bohol-grown purple yam, distinctly fragrant; found in local markets and desserts
- Loboc River buffet — grilled fish, kinilaw, and local dishes served on the river cruise (₱800–₱1,000, includes the boat)
- Kinilaw — Bohol-style raw fish or seafood in vinegar and calamansi; found at beachside grills along Alona
Bohol trip budget from Davao
Typical costs for a 3-night Bohol trip — all amounts in Philippine Peso (PHP)
| Item | Budget | Mid-range | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈ Flight (one-way) | ₱1,000–1,300 | ₱1,800–3,500 | Seat sale vs regular; baggage add-on extra on 5J/DG |
| 🏨 Hotel (per night) | ₱500–1,000 | ₱2,500–5,500 | Hostel/budget lodge vs Panglao beachfront resort |
| 🍖 Meals (per day) | ₱300–500 | ₱800–1,800 | Turo-turo + street food vs sit-down beachfront restaurants |
| 🛺 Local transport/day | ₱150–300 | ₱1,500–2,500 | Tricycle vs private van countryside tour |
| 🏝️ Activities | ₱500–900 | ₱2,500–5,000 | Chocolate Hills entry vs island hopping + diving |
| 🎁 Pasalubong / shopping | ₱200–500 | ₱800–2,000 | Peanut kisses & kalamay at Cogon Market is cheapest |
| 📊 Total (3 nights) | ~₱4,600–7,000 | ~₱12,500–21,000 | Excludes flights. Bohol on-ground costs are genuinely low. |
7 tips to get the cheapest DVO→Tagbilaran flights
A thinner route than MNL–CEB, so timing matters more — use these to find the fare
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Cebu Pacific and Cebgo occasionally include DVO–TAG in nationwide seat sales, dropping all-in fares to around ₱1,000–₱1,300. Because this route has fewer daily seats than MNL–CEB, sale inventory disappears faster. Subscribe to piso-fare.com alerts and be first to know.
Book 3–5 weeks ahead
With three carriers flying daily, you can usually find a decent fare 3–5 weeks out. For Sandugo Festival (July), Holy Week, and Christmas, book 6–10 weeks ahead — this route has less spare capacity than routes out of Manila to absorb a demand spike.
Compare Cebgo vs Cebu Pacific
Cebgo (part of the PAL Group) often undercuts Cebu Pacific on this specific route and is easy to overlook since most travellers default to Cebu Pacific out of habit. Check both — the difference can be ₱200–₱500 one-way.
Fly Tuesday or Wednesday — but check AirAsia's day first
Friday and Sunday are the priciest days on DVO–TAG, same as most domestic routes. Shifting to Tuesday or Wednesday can save 15–25% on Cebu Pacific, PAL, or Cebgo. Note that AirAsia's single weekly flight is usually a Wednesday, so on that day you'll actually have four carriers to compare instead of three.
Add baggage at booking, not at the airport
Cebu Pacific and Cebgo charge noticeably more for baggage added at check-in versus at booking. If you're packing dive gear or bringing home peanut kisses and kalamay in bulk, decide your baggage allowance before you book.
June, September, and October are the cheapest months
These months sit between Sandugo (July) and the Christmas rush, with no major fiesta pulling on either end of the route. Fares of ₱1,300–₱1,400 one-way are realistic even without a seat sale. Combine with a midweek departure for the lowest fares of the year.
Check the all-in price before committing
A cheap Cebu Pacific base fare with checked baggage, seat selection, and a meal added can end up pricier than PAL's regular fare, which often includes 20 kg baggage. Compare the full checkout total, not just the headline number, before assuming the budget carrier wins.
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Davao to Tagbilaran flights — what to know
Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines, and Cebgo all fly Davao (DVO) to Bohol–Panglao International Airport (TAG) non-stop, in under an hour. AirAsia Philippines flies it too, but only about once a week, so it rarely helps if your dates are fixed. That's the whole route in one sentence — no layover in Cebu, no connection through Manila, just a short hop between Mindanao and the Visayas. We track this specific city pair for Filipinos flying it, whether that's a Boholano based in Davao heading home for a barangay fiesta or a Davao family taking advantage of a rare direct connection to go island-hopping without touching Manila.
The cheapest time to book this route
June, September, and October are consistently the cheapest months on DVO–TAG, sitting neatly between Bohol's Sandugo Festival in July and the Christmas rush in December. We've seen the all-in one-way fare hit ₱1,000–₱1,300 during Cebu Pacific and Cebgo seat sales, usually landing in these shoulder months. Book 3–5 weeks ahead for a normal fare on this route — it's tighter than Manila routes because there simply aren't as many seats in the market to begin with. If your trip falls anywhere in July, when Boholanos across Mindanao fly home for Sandugo, or during Holy Week, push that booking window out to 6–10 weeks or you'll be choosing from whatever's left.
What Bohol actually costs a Davao traveller
Once you land, Bohol is cheap. A hostel bed in Panglao runs ₱500–₱1,000 a night, turo-turo meals are ₱50–₱150 a plate, and a tricycle to Alona Beach from the airport is ₱200–₱300. The flight itself is proportionally the biggest expense on this trip, more so than it would be flying MNL–CEB, simply because DVO–TAG has thinner capacity and less price competition to push fares down. Budget travellers who catch a seat sale and stick to tricycles and local eateries can realistically do three days in Bohol for around ₱6,000 all-in, flight included.
Sandugo, Kadayawan, and why this route spikes twice
Bohol's Sandugo Festival isn't a single-day fiesta — it runs the entire month of July in Tagbilaran City, with the street dancing and Blood Compact reenactment usually falling in the third or fourth week. That alone pushes DVO–TAG fares to ₱2,800–₱5,500 one-way, partly because it's a homecoming route for Boholanos who've settled in Davao. A month later, Davao's own Kadayawan Festival (mid-August) drives a separate spike, but the effect on this specific leg is smaller since Kadayawan pulls travellers into Davao rather than out of it — book a little earlier in August all the same, since seats tighten across the whole DVO schedule.
How piso-fare.com tracks this route
Every fare shown above is pulled from real flight searches on Davao to Tagbilaran, refreshed regularly, not estimated from a generic domestic average. Because this is a lower-frequency route than MNL–CEB, we flag when a fare drops meaningfully below its 90-day average rather than only celebrating round numbers like ₱999. If you're weighing whether to book now or wait, that comparison against the actual recent price history is the number that matters — not a guess. Subscribe to alerts on this page and we'll email you the moment Cebu Pacific, PAL, or Cebgo drop a fare worth booking on this specific city pair.
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Content reviewed 2026-07-30 · Prices update automatically every day
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