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Taxi

The guide was updated: 2024-06-10

The simplest but not always the fastest way to get around is by taxi. Always check the meter has been set or a price has been fixed. Some taxi’s are unlicensed and in a bad state of repair and these should be avoided. The best app for summoning a taxi in the Philippines is Grab.

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Laguindingan Airport (CGY)

Laguindingan Airport (CGY)

Laguindingan International Airport (CGY) opened in 2013 and is the first international airport in the region, replacing the old Lumbia Airport. It is located 46 kilometres from the city centre of Cagayan de Oro. The easiest way to get from the airport to the city centre is by taxi, but be sure that the driver uses the meter. There are also several different shuttle van companies outside the terminal.

Passport / Visa

Passport / Visa

The Philippines can be visited visa-free for up to 30 days by citizens of all European Union member states, all ASEAN member states, the UK, the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, South Africa, Malaysia, Israel, the UAE and most countries in Latin America. A valid return or onward ticket and a passport that is valid upon entry and for at least six months beyond the period of stay are required to enter the Philippines. If you are unsure whether or not you need to apply for a visa, contact the embassy or consulate in your country.

Public Transport

Public Transport

Getting around Cagayan de Oro is straightforward, with most people taking a taxi, jeepney or a motorela. White and yellow coloured taxis are seen almost everywhere around the city. Always insist on using the meter. The more adventurous forms of transport are the Jeepneys — brightly coloured ex-army vehicles — motorelas, which are a type of covered motorcycle. Always have coins with you to pay as drivers do not always have much change.

Taxi

Taxi

The simplest but not always the fastest way to get around is by taxi. Always check the meter has been set or a price has been fixed. Some taxi’s are unlicensed and in a bad state of repair and these should be avoided. The best app for summoning a taxi in the Philippines is Grab.

Post

Post

In the Philippines, the postal system operates through PHLPost, which manages mail delivery and services across the archipelago. For travellers in Cagayan de Oro, postal services are easily accessible at post offices and postal kiosks, ideal for sending postcards and parcels. Rates are reasonable, and services are reliable, though delivery times can vary, especially for international mail.

Pharmacy

Pharmacy

Drug stores abound in Cagayan de Oro, many operated by market leader Mercury Drug. Another of the larger chains is Rose Pharmacy.

Telephone

Telephone

Country code: +63 Area code: (0)88

Electricity

Electricity

The Philippines uses American-style power sockets with two flat prongs as well as European-style sockets with two round prongs. Expect 220 volts at 60Hz.

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