Davao City

Davao City is a highly urbanized city in the Davao Region, Mindanao. At 2,443.61 kmu00b2, it is the largest city in the Philippines by area. The 2024 census puts its population at approximately 1.77 million.

Davao City's real estate market is Mindanao's most active. Key growth areas include Buhangin, Catalunan Grande, and the Talomo district. Condominium development has expanded along J.P. Laurel Avenue. Major developers include Camella, Bria, Deca Homes, and Filinvest.

Francisco Bangoy International Airport (Davao International Airport) serves domestic and international routes. The city is a major seaport. The Mindanao Railway Phase 1 (Tagum-Davao-Digos) is under development.

Mindanao, Davao Region, Cagayan de Oro, General Santos, SM City Davao.

## By AirnDavao City is served by Francisco Bangoy International Airport (DVO), located about 15 km from the city center in the district of Sasa. The airport handles both domestic and international flights, with direct connections to Manila (1h 50m), Cebu (1h 20m), Cagayan de Oro (55m), Zamboanga, Iloilo, and Clark. International routes include Singapore, Hong Kong, and Doha (via Philippine Airlines). Major carriers include Philippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific, AirAsia, and CebGo. A taxi ride from the airport to the city center takes 30-45 minutes.nn## By BusnDavao City is a major land transport hub for Mindanao. The Ecoland Transport Terminal is the primary bus terminal, serving routes to Cagayan de Oro (6-8 hours, hourly), General Santos (3-4 hours, every 30 min), Kidapawan and Cotabato (3-4 hours), Tagum (1.5-2 hours), and Digos (1-1.5 hours). Long-haul bus service to Manila via Philtranco takes 36-48 hours including ferry crossings. Major bus companies include Victory Liner, Bachelor Express, and Davao Metro Shuttle.nn## By FerrynSasa Wharf provides regular ferry service to Samal Island (10-30 minutes), a popular beach and resort destination. Sta. Ana Wharf offers trips to Talikud Island. While Davao is primarily accessed by air and land, ferry connections serve nearby islands.nn## By RoadnDavao City is connected to the rest of Mindanao through several major highways: the Pan-Philippine Highway (AH26) connects Davao to Butuan (4-6 hours) and General Santos (3-4 hours); the Davao-Cotabato Road links to Kidapawan and Cotabato City (4-5 hours); and the Davao-Bukidnon Road provides access to Malaybalay and Cagayan de Oro (5-6 hours). Road conditions are generally good on major routes.nn## Getting AroundnWithin the city, metered taxis are plentiful and affordable, with a PHP 40 flagdown rate. Grab is available for ride-hailing. Jeepneys cover extensive routes across all districts at a minimum fare of PHP 12. Tricycles serve shorter distances within barangays, and the Davao Metro Shuttle operates air-conditioned city buses along major corridors.