Cheap Flights to Cotabato Airport

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Can I get a direct flight to Cotabato Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between New Zealand and Cotabato Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How much are return flights to Cotabato?

The best price we found for a return flight to Cotabato is $3,056. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Cotabato Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Cotabato Airport is Saturday, 11 April 2026.

When is the best time to book flights to Cotabato?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cotabato is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly to Cotabato with?

Currently, Air New Zealand offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cotabato.

Flying to Cotabato

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$4,059
Cheapest month to fly	May

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How to find cheap flights to Awang Airport (CBO)

The lowest price currently available for a one-way flight to Awang Airport is $4,059. A round-trip plane ticket to CBO right now is $3,056.
Stay updated on fares by creating a Price Alert. As soon as prices on tickets to CBO go down, you'll get a notification.
To pick up cheap tickets to Cotabato, where Awang Airport is located, book three months before you travel. That's the general recommendation for scoring the best deals.
Broaden your search for cheap flights to Cotabato by choosing the 'Add nearby airports' box. This allows you to compare prices for all the airports closest to your destination and departure points and could help you save.
Search for plane tickets to Awang Airport that come with a stop. Taking an indirect route can help you save. After your results show up, select the 'Stops' filter to browse your options.

Best time to go to Cotabato

The cheapest month to jump on a flight to Cotabato is typically August.
If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest month, and even day of the year, for flights to CBO.
If you'd like to experience Cotabato at its liveliest, book your flights to CBO for July. Going on holiday during peak periods usually means more to see and do compared to other times.
The quietest time of the year to go is February. Lock in your plane tickets to Cotabato then and take in the top attractions at a more relaxed pace.
The weather can make or break a holiday, so consider what type of conditions you prefer to travel in. Cotabato is warmest in March, with averages of between 22ºC and 33ºC.
Ranging from 22ºC to 32ºC, February brings the lowest temperatures.
February comes with a lower chance of grey skies. With 14 days of rain on average, this is the driest month in Cotabato.
Expect the heaviest showers in May, which gets around 27 days of wet weather.

Travelling to Awang Airport (CBO): What you need to know

Avoid the layovers and board a direct flight to Awang Airport. Philippine Airlines flies straight to Cotabato.
Philippine Airlines is most likely to get you to your destination on time. Up to 71% of its flights into this hub touch down as scheduled, making it an excellent choice when booking your CBO plane ticket.
When you land at CBO, you'll be in the UTC+8 timezone.
Jeamco Royal Hotel-Cotabato is a popular stay within easy reach of Awang Airport. Rest and recharge here after your flight to CBO.
Awang Airport has an on-time rating of 65%, which reflects how often departing flights arrive as planned. This can be helpful to know if you're planning a tight connection or need to be somewhere soon after you land.

Getting to central Cotabato from Awang Airport (CBO)

The distance from CBO to central Cotabato is about 6 kilometres.
You'll get to the centre in around 15 minutes if you're taking a cab or a ride-share after your flight to CBO.
Cotabato has a stay for every vibe and budget. Here's a lineup of comfy hotels to help get you started:

Cotabato highlights

Step off your flight to Cotabato and head straight for these well-known attractions:
- Tamontaka Church: Offering a great first impression of all the city has to offer, this landmark is around 5 kilometres south-west of the centre.
- Episcopal Church: Want more reasons to visit Cotabato? This landmark attracts travellers from all over and is about 2 kilometres south-west of the city centre.

How to get to Kidapawan from Awang Airport (CBO)

Going to the nearby city of Kidapawan? It's about 129 kilometres from CBO. Allow around 2 hours 50 minutes to get there by cab or ride-share.

Travelling from Awang Airport (CBO) to Tacurong

Tacurong is about 72 kilometres from Awang Airport if that's where your trip takes you.
It takes 2 hours or so to drive to Tacurong.

Explore more of the Philippines

The Philippines isn't short of places to explore. Venture on to Davao, located about 153 kilometres east of Cotabato. Botanical Garden, San Pedro Cathedral in Davao and Epol Falls have to be on your must-see list. Francisco Bangoy Intl Airport (DVO) is the most conveniently located airport for this city.
General Santos is another top destination in the Philippines and is roughly 161 kilometres south-east of Cotabato. Get right to the good parts at attractions like Avery's Resort, Maharlika Beach Resort and Tropicana Beach Resort.
About 241 kilometres west of Cotabato, Zamboanga is worth working into your travels. A few great reasons to visit include Grande Sta. Cruz Island, Zamboanga City, Nido Falls and Blue Beach.