Why go
- Capital city of Negros Oriental, Philippines.
- Served by Bohol-Panglao International Airport (TAG).
History
Dumaguete, officially the City of Dumaguete, is a component city and capital of the province of Negros Oriental, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 142,171 people. It is the most populous city and the smallest city by land area in Negros Oriental, as well as one of the two regional centers in Negros Island Region.
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 3 airlines, 1 direct destination
- Cebu Pacific 5J (A319) · 1 route: Manila
- Philippine Airlines PR (A320) · 1 route: Manila
- Zest Air Z2 (A319, A320) · 1 route: Manila
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 3 airlines, 2 direct destinations
- Cebu Pacific 5J (A319, ATR) · 2 routes: Cebu, Manila
- Air Philippines 2P (A320) · 1 route: Manila
- Philippine Airlines PR (A320) · 1 route: Manila
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Getting there by ferry
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Bohol-Panglao International Airport (TAG); 4 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: DGT has direct flights to 2 destinations on 3 airlines (incl. Manila, Cebu). By water: 6 ferry terminals within 20 km (nearest: Dumaguete, 0.9 km); routes include Sibulan - Liloan Fastcraft, Sibulan - Liloan Pumpboat, Sibulan - Liloan RoRo.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Dumaguete, Philippines. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.
Private aviation
On-demand charter, jet cards and the semi-private scheduled carriers that serve this city.