Sky Pasada Launches Flights to Batanes from Laoag

(SPOT.ph) There’s no denying the beauty of Batanes province. You might have seen it on TV, the internet, or even in good old 3R pictures, but those are just the tip of the iceberg. The best way to appreciate Batanes is to be there, to walk along its rolling hills, break bread with the Ivatans, and marvel at the fantastic scenery.

Until recently, flights to Batanes were solely confined from Ninoy Aquino International Airport, but this May, we’re getting another way to visit the northernmost islands. Ever heard of Sky Pasada? This regional airline has recently opened direct flights to Basco, Batanes, and here’s what you need to know about its newest route.

Check out Sky Pasada, the Jeepney of the Skies:

Calling itself the Jeepney of the Skies, Sky Pasada is a domestic airline company servicing different provinces in Northern Luzon. The airline has a modest fleet of  LET 410 UVP, Mahindra GA8 Airvans, and Cessna Grand Caravan Ex planes designed for seven to 15 passengers and short and rougher runways—a.k.a smaller airports.

PHOTO BY Facebook/ Sky Pasada

On May 4, the regional airline launched a new route from Laoag Airport to Basco, Batanes. Flights on this route fly every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Flights leave Laoag Airport at 8 a.m. and arrive at Basco, Batanes, by 10 a.m. Meanwhile, flights from Batanes to Laoag are available starting at 9 a.m.

PHOTO BY Facebook/ Sky Pasada

One-way fares to Basco from Ilocos Norte cost P7,724. This includes terminal fees and five kilos of hand-carry baggage.

Other destinations you can visit via Sky Pasada

Although their Laoag-Basco flight route is new, Sky Pasada has been flying to Batanes since 2010. They have flights to Basco daily from Binalonan, Pangasinan and Tuguegarao, Cagayan.

Aside from their brand new Laoag to Batanes route, Sky Pasada flies to the following destinations:

• Maconacon, Isabela
• Cauayan, Isabela
• Palanan, Isabela
• Tuguegarao, Cagayan
• Binalonan, Pangasinan
• Calayan, Cagayan

Aside from ferrying passengers looking to explore the northernmost provinces of the Philippines, SkyPasada also offers cargo services to the same locations. This means if you have friends, family, or a business up north, you can send packages and materials to them sans having to fly (or drive) all the way there.

How to book flights from Sky Pasada

To book your Sky Pasada flight, message their Facebook page, indicate your chosen flight route, and pay either via bank transfer or cash. We recommend having all your details on hand when you message them.

What to see in Batanes

Batanes is one of the most beautiful provinces in the Philippines. It is home to various stunning geographical formations, such as cliffsides, rock beaches, and rolling hills.

PHOTO BY Leana Vibal

Aside from natural sights, there are also many cultural areas where you can learn about the Ivatan way of life.

How to get to Batanes from Manila

Philippine Airlines flies directly from Manila to Basco, Batanes, and will soon launch direct flights to the province from Clark International Airport.

Other options for visiting Batanes involve connecting flights from Philippine Airlines and Cebu Pacific with a stopover in either Laoag or Tuguegarao. From there, you will hop on a Sky Pasada plane to Batanes.

Aside from this newly launched Laoag to Batanes flight, Sky Pasada also has daily flights to Basco, Batanes from Tuguegarao Airport.

For more information, visit Sky Pasada’s website

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