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General Santos Intl Airport (GES) in General Santos, Philippines. Terminal info, airlines, transport to city, and flight search on FareEagle.
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General Santos Intl Airport

General Santos, Philippines

🏷️IATAGES
📍CityGeneral Santos
📞Helpline+63 83 554 5255
Barangay Fatima, General Santos City, 9500 South Cotabato, Philippines
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ℹ️ About General Santos Intl Airport

General Santos International Airport (GES) opened in July 1996. It is operated by the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines.

In 2018, the airport handled over 900,000 passengers. It serves as a major gateway to the Soccsksargen region.

The IATA code is GES.

🏢 Terminals

General Santos International Airport has one terminal. It handles both domestic and international flights.

The terminal has a floor area of 12,422 square meters and a capacity of 2 million passengers per year. There are 6 aircraft parking bays.

A runway extension project was completed in 2017.

🚗 How to Reach General Santos Airport
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Bus
Several bus lines operate from the airport to various destinations in General Santos City and neighboring provinces. Fare varies depending on the destination.
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Taxi/Cab
Taxis are available outside the terminal building. The approximate fare to the city center is PHP 200-300.
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Distance
Approximately 15 km from General Santos City center, 20 minutes without traffic, up to 45 minutes during peak hours.
🛎️ Airport Facilities
Lounges
No lounges are currently listed.
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Food & Dining
Several small restaurants and cafes are available inside the terminal.
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Shopping
A few souvenir shops and convenience stores are located in the pre-departure area.
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Connectivity
Free WiFi is available inside the terminal. Ask for the password at the information desk.
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Banking
ATMs are available.
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Medical
A first aid station is available.
🅿️ Parking

Short-term and long-term parking options are available. Parking rates start at PHP 20 for the first hour and PHP 10 for each succeeding hour. Daily rates are approximately PHP 150.

💡 Tips for Travellers
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Check the location of your onward transportation from the airport in advance, as options may be limited.
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Be prepared for potential delays during peak travel seasons.
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Confirm taxi fares with the driver before starting your journey to avoid overcharging.
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Bring Philippine pesos for transportation and small purchases, as card payments may not be widely accepted.
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