[PHILIPPINES AIRPORT] Guide to Philippine Airports’ (Manila, Clark, Cebu, Davao & Others) Terminal Fees as of February 2020

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Planning to explore the Philippines one island at a time? Better start preparing now for that epic vacation!

Since the Philippines is an archipelago, you’ll encounter various modes of transportation to reach each of its islands. The most common transfer is via air travel. Though some flights might be costly, but it’s your best option if faster travel time is what you need.

Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 2

Aside from having your plane ticket, there is an important fee that you should keep a budget on. So, before your big travel day, make sure to check out below the updated guide on airport terminal fees:

What is the Airport Terminal Fee?

Also known as PSC or Philippine Passenger Service Charge, the airport terminal fee is the airport tax/ exit fee that is collected from passengers departing from Philippine Airports by the Philippine Government or Philippine Airport Authorities. The said fee is used to decongest the departure areas of the airport’s terminals and to help improve the airport’s services and facilities.  

For domestic flights, the airport terminal fee ranges from PHP 50 - PHP 220 per person, while PHP 600 - PHP 1, 135 per person for international flights.

Below is the list of major Philippine (PH) airports and information on when and where you need to pay the Airport Terminal Fees:

Major PH Airports	Domestic Flight	Fees	International Flight	Fee
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)	Included in ticket price	PHP300	Included in ticket price	PHP750
Clark International Airport (CRK)	Pay at the airport	PHP150	Pay at the airport	PHP650
Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)	Included in ticket price	PHP300	Included in ticket price	PHP850
Bohol – Panglao International Airport (TAG)	Included in ticket price	PHP100	Pay at the airport	PHP700
Kalibo international Airport (KLO)	Included in ticket price	PHP200	Included in ticket price	PHP700
Boracay – Caticlan Airport (MPH)	Included in ticket price	PHP200	N/A	N/A
Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS)	Included in ticket price	PHP200	Pay at the airport	PHP700
Davao International Airport (DVO)	Included in ticket price	PHP200	Included in ticket price	PHP700
Iloilo International Airport (ILO)	Included in ticket price	PHP200	Included in ticket price	PHP700
Cagayan De Oro –Laguindingan Airport (CGY)	Included in ticket price	PHP200	N/A	N/A
Bacolod –Silay International Airport (BCD)	Included in ticket price	PHP200	N/A	N/A

For the other Philippine Airports, the terminal fee is already included upon booking your domestic flights with fees as follows:

Airports in Luzon	Fee
Basco (BSO)	PHP100
Busuanga –Coron (USU)	PHP100
Cauayan (CYZ)	PHP100
Laoag (LAO)	PHP100
Legazpi (LGP)	PHP150
Masbate (MBT)	PHP100
Naga (WNP)	PHP100
Romblon –Tablas (TBH)	PHP100
San Jose (SJI)	PHP150
Tuguegarao (TUG)	PHP150
Virac (VRC)	PHP100

Airports in Visayas	Fee
Calbayog (CYP)	PHP50
Catarman (CRM)	PHP100
Dumaguete –Sibulan (DGT)	PHP150
Tacloban (TAC)	PHP150

Airports in Mindanao	Fee
Butuan (BXU)	PHP150
Camiguin (CGM)	PHP50
Cotabato (CBO)	PHP150
Dipolog (DPL)	PHP150
General Santos (GES)	PHP150
Jolo (JOL)	PHP100
Ozamiz (OSZ)	PHP100
Pagadian (PAG)	PHP150
Siargao (IAO)	PHP150
Surigao (SUG)	PHP150
Tandag (TDG)	PHP100
Tawi-Tawi (SGS)	PHP50
Zamboanga (ZAM)	PHP150

How to know if the Terminal Fee is already included in the ticket?

On your booking receipt or when you’re booking your air ticket, you may check it at the breakdown of taxes and fees. Usually, it’s labeled as DPSC (Domestic Passenger Service Charge), IPSC (International Passenger Service Charge), or PH Passenger Service Charge.

Puerto Princesa Airport Check-in Counters

Are there exemptions from paying Airport Terminal Fees?

Yes, here are the individuals exempted from paying the Airport Terminal Fees:

•  Infants below 2 years old on the date of travel
• Guests connecting through Philippine airports except for Manila, Cebu and, Caticlan (Boracay) are exempted from paying the said fee.
• All Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW)
• Athletes endorsed by the Philippines Sports Commission (PSC)
• Individuals authorized by the Office of the President
• Pilgrims endorsed by the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF)

Ninoy Aquino International Airport  Terminal 3

As of August 02, 2019, the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) announced that Students will also be exempted from paying Domestic Airport Terminal Fees (DPSC) – all students from elementary and college levels and those who are taking technical and vocational courses.

To enjoy the payment exemption, they are required to present valid school identification cards or enrollment registration cards with their photos.

However, this will apply only to CAAP-operated commercial airports. The Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA), Clark International Airport (CRK), and Caticlan Airport are all excluded from the exemption.

Below are CAAP Airports exempting Students from paying Airport Terminal Fees:

Image source: Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines Facebook Page

Is the Airport Terminal Fee and Philippine Travel Tax the same?

No, the Philippine Travel Tax and Airport Terminal fees are different charges. But, if you’re a foreigner traveling in the Philippines on a short visit or simply transiting you don’t have to worry about paying this one. It is imposed by the government and only collected from Filipinos traveling abroad and foreign passport holders who stayed in the Philippines for over a year upon the existing date of departure. Exempted from paying the Philippine Travel Tax are:

·         Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs)

·         Infants (2 years old and below)

·         Filipinos who are permanent residents abroad staying in the Philippines less than a year

Below are the Philippine Travel Tax Rates:

Travel Tax Rates	First Class Passage	Economy Class Passage
Full Travel Tax	P 2700	P 1620
Standard Reduced Travel Tax	P 1350	P 810
Privileged Reduced Travel Tax for a Dependent of an Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW)	P 400	P 300

Visit https://tieza.gov.ph/travel-tax/ for more details.

Whether you’re traveling abroad or domestic, be mindful of the other things that you might have to pay during your trip. Other than having a well-planned itinerary don’t forget to keep a secure allowance for these necessary fees for a smooth and well-budgeted trip.  

Updated as of February 21, 2020

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