What is the cheapest way to get from Palawan to Manila?

The cheapest way to get from Palawan to Manila is to ferry which costs ₱1,200 - ₱3,400 and takes 29h.

What is the fastest way to get from Palawan to Manila?

The fastest way to get from Palawan to Manila is to fly which takes 1h 38m and costs ₱1,700 - ₱10,000.

Is there a direct ferry between Palawan and Manila?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Puerto Princesa and arriving at Manila Pier 4. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 29h.

How far is it from Palawan to Manila?

The distance between Palawan and Manila is 590 km.

How do I travel from Palawan to Manila without a car?

The best way to get from Palawan to Manila without a car is to Minivan and ferry which takes 24h 16m and costs ₱2,200 - ₱6,500.

How long does it take to get from Palawan to Manila?

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Palawan to Manila, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Manila?

There are 10967+ hotels available in Manila.

Palawan to Manila - 4 ways to travel via plane, Minivan, ferry, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Palawan to Manila by plane, bus, ferry, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Puerto Princesa
best
1. Fly from Puerto Princesa (PPS) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)plane PPS - MNL
1h 38m
₱1,759–9,694
Ferry
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Puerto Princesa to Manila Pier 4ferry
29h
₱1,200–3,389
Minivan, ferry
1. Take the bus from Puerto Princesa Airport to El Nidobus
2. Take the ferry from El Nido, Palawan to Coronferry
3. Take the ferry from Coron to Manila North Harbor Pier 4ferry
24h 16m
₱2,215–6,265
Taxi to El Nido Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Taytay to El Nido Airport (ENI)taxi
2. Fly from El Nido Airport (ENI) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)plane ENI - MNL
2h 44m
₱3,208–16,315

Palawan to Manila by bus, foot, and ferry

1Weekly Services

24h 16mAverage Duration

₱2,215Cheapest Price

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Distance: 589.7 km
Duration: 1h 38m

What companies run services between Palawan, Philippines and Manila, Philippines?

AirAsia Philippines, Cebu Pacific, and Philippine Airlines fly from Puerto Princesa (PPS) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) every 2 hours. Alternatively, 2 GO Travel operates a ferry from Puerto Princesa to Manila Pier 4 once a week. Tickets cost ₱1,200–3,389 and the journey takes 29h.

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