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The Department of Transportation (DOTr) officially launched the expansion of the Siargao Airport passenger terminal building with a ceremonial groundbreaking led by DOTr Secretary Vince B. Dizon on Friday in Sayak, Del Carmen.



The P95.2-million infrastructure project marks a major upgrade for Siargao’s main gateway, aiming to significantly boost capacity, improve traveler comfort, and support the island’s growing tourism industry.


Once completed, the expanded terminal will double in size—from 716 to 1,531 square meters—and increase the number of check-in counters from 3 to 9. Passenger capacity will also rise dramatically, from 200 to 750 people at a time, easing congestion and long wait times that have plagued the current facility.

“Our local and foreign tourists deserve better,” said Sec. Dizon during the ceremony. “That’s why President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. ordered us to improve the travel experience here in Siargao—because this island is one of our most important tourism destinations.”




Also present was Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco, who hailed the expansion as a “gateway to greater prosperity.” She emphasized that the project is not just about upgrading an airport but about delivering on a national vision of tourism-led growth and development.

“As Siargao’s popularity rises, it’s crucial that we build the infrastructure to match demand,” Frasco said. “This expansion is a collaborative effort between the public and private sectors to make travel more efficient and enjoyable, while also generating jobs and economic activity for the community.”



Siargao Airport, also known as Sayak Airport, currently handles 18 flights daily. However, increasing tourist arrivals have placed pressure on its facilities. The expansion project directly responds to this demand, aligning with broader goals to modernize the country’s air transport network.

The upgraded terminal is expected to provide not just more space, but a more seamless and comfortable travel experience—strengthening Siargao’s status as a world-class destination.




Officials from both the DOTr and DOT affirmed that the project would be completed efficiently, with construction beginning immediately following the groundbreaking ceremony.

For travelers and locals alike, the upgraded Siargao Airport promises to be a symbol of progress—where tourism, infrastructure, and community development go hand in hand.


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Siargao Airport Expansion Breaks Ground, Set to Triple Passenger Capacity


The Department of Transportation (DOTr) officially launched the expansion of the Siargao Airport passenger terminal building with a ceremonial groundbreaking led by DOTr Secretary Vince B. Dizon on Friday in Sayak, Del Carmen.



The P95.2-million infrastructure project marks a major upgrade for Siargao’s main gateway, aiming to significantly boost capacity, improve traveler comfort, and support the island’s growing tourism industry.


Once completed, the expanded terminal will double in size—from 716 to 1,531 square meters—and increase the number of check-in counters from 3 to 9. Passenger capacity will also rise dramatically, from 200 to 750 people at a time, easing congestion and long wait times that have plagued the current facility.

“Our local and foreign tourists deserve better,” said Sec. Dizon during the ceremony. “That’s why President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. ordered us to improve the travel experience here in Siargao—because this island is one of our most important tourism destinations.”




Also present was Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco, who hailed the expansion as a “gateway to greater prosperity.” She emphasized that the project is not just about upgrading an airport but about delivering on a national vision of tourism-led growth and development.

“As Siargao’s popularity rises, it’s crucial that we build the infrastructure to match demand,” Frasco said. “This expansion is a collaborative effort between the public and private sectors to make travel more efficient and enjoyable, while also generating jobs and economic activity for the community.”



Siargao Airport, also known as Sayak Airport, currently handles 18 flights daily. However, increasing tourist arrivals have placed pressure on its facilities. The expansion project directly responds to this demand, aligning with broader goals to modernize the country’s air transport network.

The upgraded terminal is expected to provide not just more space, but a more seamless and comfortable travel experience—strengthening Siargao’s status as a world-class destination.




Officials from both the DOTr and DOT affirmed that the project would be completed efficiently, with construction beginning immediately following the groundbreaking ceremony.

For travelers and locals alike, the upgraded Siargao Airport promises to be a symbol of progress—where tourism, infrastructure, and community development go hand in hand.


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