Davao to Santa Cruz flights
Santa Cruz lies 923 km (574 mi) north-west of Davao, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 56 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Davao | Santa Cruz | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Philippines | Philippines |
| Population | 1.8 million | 108,145 |
| Elevation | 13 m (43 ft) | 9 m (30 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Manila) | UTC+8 (Asia/Manila) |
| Nearest large airport | DVO, 7 km out | MNL, 50 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Davao
Davao is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Francisco Bangoy International Airport (DVO), 7 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,842 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL), 50 km (31 mi) from the centre, whose 12,261-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ninoy Aquino International Airport | MNL | 50 km (31 mi) | 12,261 ft | 75 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Santa Cruz from Davao?
923 km (574 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Davao.
How long does it take to get from Davao to Santa Cruz by air?
About 1 h 56 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Davao and Santa Cruz?
No, both are on Asia/Manila at the moment.
Which airports are used for Davao to Santa Cruz flights?
Typically Francisco Bangoy International Airport (DVO) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.