Cheap flights to Cotabato City
The gateway to this Philippine region is Awang Airport, located 5 kilometers from the city center. Direct flights to the city are available from 3 locations across the archipelago, making it easy to plan a convenient route. The most frequent flights arrive from Manila (27 flights per week), as well as flights from Cebu City and Bongao.
Passenger services on this route are provided by 1 airline. The main operator in the market is Philippine Airlines, whose aircraft regularly land at the local airport. To choose the best flight option, you can use the departure city cards with ticket search located below, while our travel guide and the section on how to get there will help you explore the travel details.

Cebu City — Cotabato City

Bongao — Cotabato City

Manila — Cotabato City
Flight insights to Cotabato City
Data-driven trends for direct flights to Cotabato City — how often airlines fly, where passengers come from, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent departure cities
The most frequent direct routes to Cotabato City come from Manila, Cebu City and Bongao. Manila leads with around 27 flights a week.
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes to Cotabato City range from Bongao at $74 to Tuguegarao at $193 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
Cheapest departure cities
The cheapest places to fly to Cotabato City from right now are Bongao from $74, Cebu City from $92 and Manila from $110.
Longest direct flights
The longest direct flight to Cotabato City is from Basco at about 2h 24m, followed by Laoag (2h 8m) and Tuguegarao (2h 1m).
- Basco2h 24m
- Laoag2h 8m
- Tuguegarao2h 1m
- Koror1h 57m
- Cauayan1h 55m
Popular departure cities to Cotabato City
Frequently asked questions
- How many cities have flights to Cotabato City?
- The current schedule features direct flights to Cotabato City from 3 cities in the Philippines. This ensures regular connectivity between the region and the country's key transport hubs.
- Which cities have the most frequent flights to Cotabato City?
- The highest number of flights arrives from Manila — 27 flights per week. Other popular departure points include Cebu City (6 flights per week) and Bongao (2 flights weekly).
- How many airlines fly to Cotabato City?
- Currently, 1 airline provides air service to the city. The leading carrier operating all scheduled flights to this destination is Philippine Airlines.
- Which airports serve flights to Cotabato City?
- The main and only airport serving this route is Awang Airport (CBO). It is conveniently located just 5 kilometers from the city center, which reduces travel time after arrival.
- How to find cheap flights to Cotabato City?
- To find the best deals, we recommend planning your trip in advance and using the search form on our website. Comparing prices from different cities, such as Manila or Cebu City, will help you find the most suitable flight option.