DAVAO CITY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT in Davao City, Philippines! One of the busiest airport in Mindanao!
Francisco Bangoy International Airport, more commonly known as Davao International Airport (DVO), is the primary aviation gateway to Davao City and the entire Mindanao region. It's the third busiest airport in the Philippines and the busiest in Mindanao, handling roughly 3–4 million passengers annually .
✈️ Facilities & Infrastructure
Single precision runway: 3,000 m long, accommodating wide-body aircraft and handling 8–10 landings per hour .
Modern terminal: Built in 2003 and expanded in phases, featuring around 28 gates, 14+14 domestic and international check-in counters, four jet bridges, computerized baggage systems, and ground-level e-Gate immigration .
Support amenities: Includes free 1-hour Wi‑Fi, shops, cafes, lounges, medical & fire facilities, and ample parking for domestic and international travelers .
🛬 Routes & Airlines
DVO serves as a hub for Cebu Pacific, PAL Express, Philippine Airlines, and AirAsia.
Domestic: Frequent flights to Manila, Cebu, Clark, Puerto Princesa, Siargao, Cagayan de Oro, Bacolod, Tacloban, and more .
International: Routes include Singapore, Hong Kong, and upcoming Bangkok and Doha services .
🚧 Ongoing Developments
Terminal expansion: ₱700 million project underway to add 8,000 m² in the international pre-departure area, boosting capacity by 700 passengers. Expected completion: November 2026 .
Modernization plans: Under PPP review are upgrades to aprons, cargo facilities, fire station, access roads, and potential new cargo terminal .
📝 Why It Matters
Davao International Airport plays a vital role in Mindanao's growth—improving connectivity, supporting tourism, and linking southern Philippines to Asia-Pacific destinations. Its mix of modern design, robust facilities, and expanding capacity makes it a regional aviation powerhouse.
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