What is the cheapest way to get from Tacloban Airport (TAC) to Samal?

The cheapest way to get from Tacloban Airport (TAC) to Samal is to bus which costs ₱1,300 - ₱1,600 and takes 16h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tacloban Airport (TAC) to Samal?

The fastest way to get from Tacloban Airport (TAC) to Samal is to fly which takes 2h 41m and costs ₱3,700 - ₱11,000.

How far is it from Tacloban Airport (TAC) to Samal?

The distance between Tacloban Airport (TAC) and Samal is 477 km.

How do I travel from Tacloban Airport (TAC) to Samal without a car?

The best way to get from Tacloban Airport (TAC) to Samal without a car is to bus which takes 16h 37m and costs ₱1,300 - ₱1,600.

How long does it take to get from Tacloban Airport (TAC) to Samal?

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Tacloban Airport (TAC) to Samal, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Tacloban Airport (TAC) to Samal?

The best way to get from Tacloban Airport (TAC) to Samal is to fly which takes 2h 41m and costs ₱3,700 - ₱11,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₱1,300 - ₱1,600 and takes 16h 37m.

Where can I stay near Samal?

There are 1271+ hotels available in Samal.

Tacloban Airport (TAC) to Samal - 2 ways to travel via plane, and bus

There are 2 ways to get from Tacloban Airport (TAC) to Samal by plane or bus

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Tacloban (TAC) to Francisco Bangoy International Airport (DVO)TAC - DVO
2h 41m
₱3,742–10,623
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tacloban to Davao City
16h 37m
₱1,328–1,512

Tacloban (TAC) to Francisco Bangoy International Airport (DVO) flights

17Weekly Planes

2h 31mAverage Duration

₱2,096Cheapest Price

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Distance: 477.2 km
Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between Tacloban Airport (TAC), Philippines and Samal, Philippines?

Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines fly from Tacloban (TAC) to Francisco Bangoy International Airport (DVO) twice daily. Alternatively, Bachelor Express operates a bus from Tacloban to Davao City 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₱1,000–1,100 and the journey takes 15h.

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