DRP Airport (Bicol International Airport) – Cargo, Address, Transit

About This Airport

The word "international" sits in the name, yet the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines still lists Bicol International Airport (DRP/RPLK) as a Class 1 principal domestic airport with no scheduled overseas services. Opened in October 2021 at Daraga in Albay province as the replacement for the cramped old Legazpi field, it handled 674,543 kg of cargo in 2023, up 47 percent year on year — modest tonnage carried entirely in the holds of passenger aircraft. Philippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific and Cebgo concentrate on Manila and Cebu; no all-cargo operator and no stand-alone freight terminal are documented here. Shippers in Albay therefore truck consignments some 550 km up the Maharlika Highway to Manila, roughly twelve hours, because the PNR southern line is not usable for freight. For heavier or lower-value flows the Philippine Ports Authority berths at Legazpi, about 15 km away, and at Tabaco provide the maritime option. Export customs formalities for air cargo are not confirmed on site and in practice take place at Manila (MNL) or Mactan-Cebu (CEB); aircraft movements reached 6,538 in 2023, 12.9 percent above 2022, growth driven by Mayon volcano tourism rather than by freight.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the IATA code of Bicol International Airport?▼

The IATA code of Bicol International Airport is DRP. This three-letter code is used for unique airport identification in international air transport.

Where is Bicol International Airport located?▼

Bicol International Airport is located in Legazpi, PH.

What is the ICAO code of Bicol International Airport?▼

The ICAO code of Bicol International Airport is RPLK. This four-letter code is used internationally in aviation.

What is the elevation of Bicol International Airport?▼

Bicol International Airport is at an elevation of 97 meters (319 ft) above sea level.

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