Flight from Iloilo to Macau

Mention Macau and the first thing that would come to mind are the abundances of lavish casinos, lending it the name of the Las Vegas of Asia. However, Macau is not only about dices and money, but the small city of Macau was also once an important part of the Portuguese colony and still holds many historic sites from the past.

Best time to fly from Iloilo to Macau

Even though Macau is not largely affected by the changes in season, the best time to visit Macau would be from October to December which is just after summer yet before the coldness of winter hits in. During this period, the days are cool and clear, making it the perfect weather to enjoy the outdoors and explore Macau. Even later into winter, Macau's temperature doesn't drop so low, making it comfortable weather to enjoy the city. March to April is spring in Macau and this is also when it gets wetter in the city. If you have Victoria Peak in your itinerary, be sure to avoid these months as the clouds will cover up the peak and block any view.

Main airports available in Iloilo and Macau

Iloilo International Airport (ILO) – The Iloilo International Airport is the fourth busiest airport in the Philippines and is located 24 kilometres northwest of Iloilo City. The airport which takes only a 20 to 30-minute drive to reach is also one of the most beautiful airports in the Philippines. The three most common transportation used to get to Iloilo airport are taxi, shuttle van and jeep. The taxi is the most convenient and one whole taxi will cost around PHP350 to PHP400 each way. The shuttle van is a much cheaper alternative, which only costs PHP50 to reach the SM City Iloilo Mall. If you are looking to really save money and don't mind a long detour, the jeep will only cost PHP16 to get to town.

Macau International Airport (MFM) – Macau International Airport is an international airport located in the special administrative region of Macau. The airport is located on the end of Taipa Island. The airport is equipped with amenities such as duty-free shops, banks, airport lounges, smoking rooms, restaurants and other facilities. There are various ways of getting to the airport, including by land, which can take you directly to mainland China and by sea, which can take you directly to Hong Kong. If you are staying within Macau, the hotels will provide shuttle buses to pick you up from the airport direct to the hotel.

Climate pattern in Iloilo and Macau

Compared to Iloilo which has a tropical climate, Macau experiences a maritime subtropical climate with cool winters and warm rainy summers. The average temperature in Macau during winter is 15 degrees Celsius while during summer the average will reach to about 26 degrees Celsius compared to Iloilo's average temperature of 27.1 degrees Celsius. The annual rain amount in Macau is approximately 1800mm a lot lesser than Iloilo's average of 2083 mm rain per year.

Highlights attractions in Macau

• Ruins of St. Paul – The most iconic historical building in Macau is also one of its most visited sites, the Ruins of St. Paul. The Ruins of St. Paul are the remains of a 17^th-century catholic religious complex, dedicated to St Paul the Apostle. The Ruins is amongst one of the Seven Wonders of Portuguese around the world is also designated as one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
• Sanado Square – The black and white paved streets that you see in pictures of Macau are actually in Sanado Square or Senate Square. The square is lined by Portuguese architectural buildings and is graced by a majestic fountain in the middle. Beautiful to visit during the day as it is during the night, the Sanado Square is not only beautiful but is also part of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Macau.
• The Venetian – Going to Macau without stepping into one of its casino's would be incomplete. The best and most lavish casino would be the Venetian, which has a link of connecting canals within the complex where visitors can take a gondola ride within the casino. The Venetian is not just a casino but is also a shopping mall and is mostly known for its life-like painting of the sky which decorates the ceiling of the building.