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Cebu PacificCebu Pacificfound Oct 15
11/18/26
10:30 am
ZAMZamboanga International Airport
0h 55m
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11:25 am
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11:55 am
TWTSanga Sanga Airport
0h 55m
11/25/26
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$61
Cebu PacificCebu Pacificfound Oct 20
11/14/26
10:30 am
ZAMZamboanga International Airport
0h 55m
11/14/26
11:25 am
TWTSanga Sanga Airport
11/21/26
11:55 am
TWTSanga Sanga Airport
0h 55m
11/21/26
12:50 pm
ZAMZamboanga International Airport
$64
Philippine AirlinesPhilippine Airlinesfound Oct 18
11/13/26
7:40 am
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0h 50m
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8:30 am
TWTSanga Sanga Airport
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11/20/26
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ZAMZamboanga International Airport
$151
Philippine AirlinesPhilippine Airlinesfound Oct 20
11/14/26
7:40 am
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0h 50m
11/14/26
8:30 am
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11/18/26
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Philippine AirlinesPhilippine Airlinesfound Oct 10
11/02/26
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11/13/26
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TWTSanga Sanga Airport
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Philippine AirlinesPhilippine Airlinesfound Oct 15
11/18/26
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ZAMZamboanga International Airport
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11/18/26
8:30 am
TWTSanga Sanga Airport
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11/25/26
5:10 pm
ZAMZamboanga International Airport
$393

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Zamboanga, PH (ZAM) - Tawi Tawi Island, PH (TWT)

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When is the best time of day to fly?

Morning (5am - 12pm) is the cheapest time of day to fly from Zamboanga to Tawi Tawi Island. At $454 it is 19% cheaper than the average time. Midday (12pm - 2pm) is the most expensive time, 10% above average.

$454Morning$617Midday$617Evening
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Time of dayAverage fare
Morning$454
Midday$617
Evening$617

What do round-trip flights from Zamboanga to Tawi Tawi Island cost?

Share of fares in each price range.

2%$0to $1505%$150to $30045%$300to $4500%$450to $60048%$600and up
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What do round-trip flights from Zamboanga to Tawi Tawi Island cost?
Price rangeShare of fares
$0 to $1502%
$150 to $3005%
$300 to $45045%
$450 to $6000%
$600 and up48%

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about flying from Zamboanga to Tawi Tawi Island.

What is the typical flight duration from Zamboanga to Tawi Tawi Island?

The flight from Zamboanga to Tawi Tawi Island is about 205 miles and typically takes 55 minutes nonstop. The return leg runs about 60 minutes, a difference of only five minutes, so the two directions are effectively the same.
Methodology
Flight times and distances come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time across all carriers on the route, computed the same way in both directions so the difference reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in method. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two airports, so the actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer.

Are there any direct flights from Zamboanga to Tawi Tawi Island?

Yes, two airlines fly non-stop from Zamboanga to Tawi Tawi Island. Cebu Pacific operates daily with 11 flights a week, while Philippine Airlines flies three times a week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. The flight takes about 55 minutes.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Carrier service, flight times and distances for this route come from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where an aircraft type is shown, it also comes from this database: for U.S. routes it is grounded in the tail number that actually operated the flight, and elsewhere in the airline's filed equipment code. Where the source does not commit to a specific variant we name the aircraft family (for example "Airbus A320 family") rather than guess a member, and where no reliable type is on file the aircraft is simply omitted rather than estimated. Flights known only from the OPDI feed carry no aircraft type, because their flight numbers are synthetic and joining by flight number would attribute another flight's aircraft. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold.

What are the ground transportation options in Tawi Tawi Island?

Tawi Tawi Island is served by Sanga-Sanga Airport, and ground transportation from the airport to the city center of Bongao is straightforward. The most common and most-used option is the tricycle, a small motorized vehicle that operates as a shared or chartered ride and is well suited to the island's roads. For larger groups or more luggage, habal-habal motorcycle taxis are also available and are faster for solo travelers, though less comfortable. There is no ride-share service, no formal mass transit system, and no car rental agencies operating on the island, so visitors rely on these local options. Tricycles are the fastest and most practical choice for reaching the town proper.

Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Zamboanga to Tawi Tawi Island?

No overnight or red-eye flights operate from Zamboanga to Tawi Tawi Island. There are no nonstop red-eyes on this route, and no connecting itineraries with an overnight long leg were found either.
Methodology
Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times and block times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes. A flight counts as a red-eye when it departs in the afternoon or evening (3 p.m. or later local time) or in the early hours before 4 a.m., and is in the air at some point between midnight and 4 a.m. local time at both its departure airport and its arrival airport. An evening flight that lands before midnight at its destination is never counted, nor is a morning departure or a daytime long-haul that reaches the next calendar date only because of time zones. Each red-eye is labelled with its timing (for example, overnight and landing the next morning, or late-night and landing after midnight). For connecting itineraries the same rule is applied to the longer leg, from one representative day's flight search.

Which airlines usually operate this route from Zamboanga to Tawi Tawi Island?

Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines operate nonstop flights from Zamboanga to Tawi Tawi Island. Cebu Pacific flies daily with 11 weekly departures, while Philippine Airlines operates three times a week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Neither carrier is a member of a major global alliance.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.

Which airport should I use in Tawi Tawi Island?

Tawi Tawi Island has one airport, Sanga Sanga Airport in Bongao, which serves the entire province and is the only gateway for flights from Zamboanga.

How do I get to Zamboanga Intl Airport from the city center?

From downtown Zamboanga City to Zamboanga International Airport, taxis are the most direct and popular choice, with fares running around ₱400 for the roughly 15-minute, 15-kilometer ride from the Ayala area. The city also operates air-conditioned shuttle buses on a loop serving the airport, seaport, and integrated bus terminal, with a flat fare of ₱18 per passenger, making them the cheapest option though slightly slower due to fixed stops. Ride-share services are not widely established in the city, so taxis and the shuttle buses are the main reliable ways to reach the airport. Driving yourself is possible, but airport parking is limited and best reserved for short drop-offs rather than long stays.
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Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Tawi Tawi Island airport?

At Sanga-Sanga Airport in Tawi Tawi Island, there is no directly connected or on-site hotel. Nearby options include RnR Tambayan, located just outside the airport and about 10–15 minutes from Bongao proper, and RedDoorz@Almari Beach Resort Tawi-Tawi in Bongao, roughly 2,931 meters from the airport.
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What aircraft are typically used on flights from Zamboanga to Tawi Tawi Island?

Cebu Pacific operates the most flights on this route, using the Airbus A320. Philippine Airlines also flies non-stop, using De Havilland Dash 8 family aircraft.
Methodology
Aircraft types come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). For U.S. routes the type is grounded in the tail number that actually operated the flight; elsewhere it comes from the airline's filed equipment code. Where the source does not commit to a specific variant we name the aircraft family (for example Airbus A320 family) rather than guess, and where no reliable type is on file the aircraft is omitted rather than estimated. Types describe typical scheduled equipment and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute swaps.

Which airline alliances serve flights from Zamboanga to Tawi Tawi Island?

Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines are the carriers currently scheduled non-stop between Zamboanga and Tawi-Tawi Island, with Cebu Pacific flying daily and Philippine Airlines operating on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Neither airline belongs to a global alliance, so no alliance member serves this route non-stop; other alliance carriers may reach Tawi-Tawi via connections elsewhere in the Philippines.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.

What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Zamboanga?

Zamboanga International Airport has a dedicated OFW Lounge for overseas Filipino workers, opened in May 2025. It seats 20 people and offers charging stations, air conditioning, comfortable seating, a television, free snacks, coffee, and drinking water. The lounge also provides access to DMW and OWWA program information and processing for Overseas Employment Certificates and OFW Passes.
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Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?

Same-day changes and standby are generally not offered on this domestic route, as the airlines serving Zamboanga to Tawi Tawi operate mostly with non-flexible economy fares and limited flight frequency.