How to Get to Camiguin: Your 2025 Complete Guide

Discover Where Camiguin Island is Located

Camiguin Island is located in the Bohol Sea, about 6.2 miles or 10 kilometers off the northern coast of Mindanao. The island is part of the Northern Mindanao Region or Region X. The island has seven volcanoes, with only Mount Hibok-Hibok as the only active volcano. It is also surrounded by islets that feature white sand beaches, such as the White Island and Mantigue Island.

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Flights to Camiguin Island
Ferry Trips to Camiguin Island

Flights to Camiguin Island: What You Need to Know

Direct Flight from Cebu

The fastest way to get to Camiguin Island is by air, with the only current direct flights to Camiguin Airport (CGM) departing from Cebu City. If you are wondering how to get to Camiguin from Cebu, the direct flight takes about 35 minutes. If you are coming from another city, you will need to have a connecting flight, usually routing through Cebu or Cagayan De Oro.

Connecting Flights

To get to Camiguin Island from Manila, you need to take a connecting flight from NAIA (Ninoy Aquino International Airport). The two usual stopovers are in Cebu (Mactan-Cebu International Airport) or Cagayan De Oro (Laguindingan Airport). The flight times will take approximately 3 to 5 hours, depending on the flight connections.

Camiguin Airport (CGM)

How to Get to Camiguin Island from Cagayan De Oro

If you want a budget-friendly trip, you can book a connecting flight through Cagayan De Oro. When you arrive at Laguindingan Airport in CDO, you will need to drive to the Agora Bus Terminal, which is an hour away from the airport. From there, you will have to take a bus towards the Balingoan Port.

The drive from Agora Bus Terminal to Balingoan Port will take approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes. Once you arrive at Balingoan Port, you will then have to take a ferry to Camiguin Island.

Traveling to Camiguin Island by Ferry

Travelling by sea is good for budget-travelers or those who prefer to see more of the region. However, this option involves multi-leg journey as you are also going to travel by land. Currently, there are two ways to reach Camiguin Island by sea:

How to Get to Camiguin from Bohol

From Cebu City, take a taxi ride to Cebu Pier 1.
Take a fast craft (OceanJet or SuperCat) from Cebu Pier 1 to Tagbilaran Port in Tagbilaran, Bohol. This ferry ride will take you approximately 2 hours. Boat fare starts at around 965 PHP or 17 USD. As of January 2025, click here to view the updated daily ferry schedule of OceanJet from Cebu to Tagbilaran and vice versa. For SuperCat, click here to view their updated ferry schedule and their passenger rates.
From Tagbilaran Port, you will need to take a bus to Jagna Port, which is on a different side of Bohol. This trip will take you approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. Bus fare will cost at around 150 PHP or 2.65 USD for an air-conditioned bus.
From Jagna Port, take a Super Shuttle Ferry to Balbagon Port in Camiguin Island. The boat fare will cost you at around 425 PHP or 7.50 USD. This is the final ferry trip and the travel time will take approximately 3-4 hours. For updated ferry schedule, visit their website.

The approximate total travel time for this ferry trip, including the land route can be between 9 to 11 hours, including waiting times between transfers.

How to Get to Camiguin from Cagayan De Oro

Upon landing in Laguindingan Airport at Cagayan De Oro, drive to Agora Bus Terminal. This land trip will typically take 1.5 hours.
From the terminal, take a bus or van bound to Balingoan Port. This land trip will take you approximately 2 to 3 hours.
From Balingoan Port, you can board a ferry (either a Roro or a fast craft) to Benoni Port in Camiguin Island. This trip will take approximately 1.5 hours. Click here to view the updated ferry schedule from Balingoan Port to Benoni Port and vice versa.
Upon arrival at Benoni Port in Camiguin Island, you can take a tricycle (or motorela as what locals call it) to take you to your hotel or accommodation.

This route is longer than flying directly from Cebu to Camiguin. However, it is generally the more affordable option and a popular choice for travelers coming from Mindanao.

Affordable Accommodation in Camiguin

If you are looking for a budget-friendly accommodation that is beach front, I highly recommend Playa Del Fuego. They have the best amenities, and they are located in the heart of Mambajao, which is convenient to almost everything, from restaurants, aesthetic cafes, you name it.

I’ve broken down all the details and a few local tips in my latest blog post.

Check it out here: Playa Del Fuego: Where to Stay in Camiguin: Cheap Accommodation & Beach Resort

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