Flight from Coron - Palawan to Tuguegarao

Tuguegarao, Cagayan is located in the Northern part of the island of Luzon and is approximately 480 kilometers from Manila. There are many tourist attractions in Tuguegarao such as the Callao Cave where you can indulge yourself in the breathtaking sight of a church inside a cave. You can also visit one of its famous beaches, the Anguib Beach or Cagayan’s Boracay of the North. Also, in Tuguegarao is Calvary Hills, a church atop a hill and the St. Peter’s Cathedral, one of the oldest churches in the Philippines. There are many places to visit in Cagayan and it is a recommended must-see tourist spot.

Best time to fly from Coron-Palawan to Tuguegarao

The best time to visit Tuguegarao in the Philippines is from January until April when you will have a warm or hot temperature and limited or very little rainfall. The highest average temperature in Tuguegarao is 36°C in April and the lowest is 27°C in January. Visitors can also plan their visit to Tuguegarao to coincide with the Pavvurulun Afi Festival which is held every year from the 10th to 17th August. The festival will feature a trade fair which will showcase the different products of the city and those from nearby municipalities and regions. Other activities include street dancing and drum and lyre competition, cooking and eating contest, inter-agency volleyball and basketball games, and dance contest for tricycle drivers.

Main airports available in Coron-Palawan to Tuguegarao

Francisco B. Reyes Airport (USU) – Coron Airport has several different names. It's officially called Francisco B. Reyes Airport (USU) after a former Mayor of Coron. It was also formerly known as Busuanga Airport. You’ll find it in the centre of Busuanga Island, around 40 minutes’ drive from Coron Town. It is an airport serving the general area of Coron, located on Busuanga Island in the province of Palawan, the Philippines. The airlines serving this airport are Air Juan, AirSWIFT, Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines, and SkyJet. There are no direct flights from Coron to Tuguegarao so travelers will need to first take a flight to Manila with Cebgo and then make a transfer to Tuguegarao with Cebu Pacific.

Tuguegarao Airport (TUG) – Tuguegarao Airport is an airport serving the general area of Tuguegarao, the capital city of the province of Cagayan in the Philippines. Located along Maharlika Highway, the airport is highly accessible from adjacent municipalities in Cagayan and northern Isabela. The airport is currently served by PAL Express, Cebu Pacific, Sky Pasada and charter airline Royal Air Charter Service.

Climate pattern in Coron-Palawan to Tuguegarao

The climate is tropical in Tuguegarao. Tuguegarao will experience the rainy season from June until November. Thus, visitors are encouraged to plan their daily trips accordingly and bringing an umbrella is highly encouraged.

Highlights attractions in Tuguegarao

• Callao Cave – It is one of the limestone caves located in the municipality of Peñablanca, Cagayan province. The seven-chamber show cave is one of 300 caves that dot the area and the best-known natural tourist attractions of the region. The spectacular view inside the chambers compensated the challenging climb with 184 steps to the cave. Most notably, during high noon when the daylight passes through the natural hole creating a great effect on one of the chambers and the altar. It takes about 30 minutes from the town plus a short boat ride to Callao Cave which will cost PHP40 round trip per person. There is also an entrance fee of PHP50 pesos per person to visit the cave. Before the cave tour, there will be a short orientation on safety policies and the tour will be headed by a licensed tour guide from the local government.
• Palaui Island – This island is home to a pristine beach, uninhabited islands, and impressive scenery. This northern gem of an island has gained attention for its tourism potential. The breakthrough that put this island on the map is that it was chosen as a venue for the Survivor reality show for not just one but two seasons. Visitors are encouraged to visit the historic Faro de Cabo Engano (Cape Engano), a 19th-century lighthouse already dubbed as a National Cultural Treasure for its key role in guiding vessels that pass through the Babuyan Channel. The lighthouse has since been abandoned but still provides an idyllic and nostalgic ambiance of centuries past. Palaui Island has also earned a spot in CNN World’s 100 Best Beaches of the world.
• Buntun Bridge - Buntun Bridge is said to be the longest river bridge in the Philippines. It extends out from the City of Tuguegarao to Solano then to Cagayan and spans the tremendous width of the Cagayan River, which is said to be the largest river basin in the Philippines. The concrete and asphalt infrastructure, which is 1369 long and 37 m high, is a two-lane vehicular traffic bridge that also has pedestrian sidewalks. One can walk on the sturdy and robust walkway, take a look at the large and majestic view of the valley from this vantage point, and capture a moment in such a magnificent view.