Shared and private van transfers between Puerto Princesa Airport and El Nido — both directions, fixed prices, no prepayment. Currently our only route, and we've made it the best one in Palawan.
No payment, no account — just fill in and send.
✉️ Prefer email confirmation? Book via our Google Form →A glimpse of what's waiting at the other end of the ride.
Shared van departure windows below. Private van leaves whenever you're ready — no schedule to follow.
Departure windows are approximate and confirmed at booking. Always share your flight number so we can plan your pickup around it.
Same fixed price whether you're arriving at the airport or heading back for your flight home.
The budget-friendly way to reach El Nido — four departures a day from Puerto Princesa, five from El Nido.
| 1 – 6 passengers (El Nido town) | ₱7,500₱6,500 |
| 7 – 12 passengers (El Nido town) | ₱8,000₱7,000 |
Other El Nido area drop-offs
| Lio | ₱7,000 |
| Nacpan Beach | ₱8,000 |
| Dipnay Beach | ₱9,000 |
All fares are the same whether you're arriving or heading back to the airport.
| Route | Travel time | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Puerto Princesa Airport → El Nido (shared)Popular | ~5–6 hrs | ₱700 / pax |
| El Nido → Puerto Princesa Airport (shared, departure) | ~5–6 hrs | ₱700 / pax |
| Puerto Princesa Airport ⇄ El Nido town (private, 1–6 pax) | ~5–6 hrs | ₱7,500₱6,500 |
| Puerto Princesa Airport ⇄ El Nido town (private, 7–12 pax) | ~5–6 hrs | ₱8,000₱7,000 |
| Puerto Princesa Airport ⇄ Lio (private van) | ~5–6 hrs | ₱7,500 |
| Puerto Princesa Airport ⇄ Nacpan Beach (private van) | ~6–7 hrs | ₱8,000 |
| Puerto Princesa Airport ⇄ Dipnay Beach (private van) | ~6–7 hrs | ₱9,000 |
This isn't a 45-minute island hop — it's a 5+ hour drive. Every van is a modern, air-conditioned Toyota Hiace with real legroom, so the ride is part of the trip, not something to survive.
Toyota Hiace vans on the Puerto Princesa ⇄ El Nido route.
No app, no account, no credit card. The simplest way to book your Puerto Princesa ⇄ El Nido transfer.
Flight number, direction, date and passenger count. Under 60 seconds.
Your driver's name, van details and contact number — before you board.
Driver waits at the exit (or your hotel, for private van) with your name.
Cash (PHP) or GCash, directly to your driver. No hidden fees. Ever.
Fill in your trip details, then send it to us via WhatsApp.
✉️ Prefer email confirmation? Book via our Google Form →No Grab. No Uber. No metered taxis on the mainland. Getting stuck at Puerto Princesa Airport — or halfway to El Nido — is a real risk if you don't plan ahead.
The price you see is the price you pay — no negotiation with drivers at the airport exit.
5+ hours to El Nido. Comfortable seating and scheduled rest stops, not a cramped multicab.
Shared van to the bus terminal + short tricycle ride, or private van straight to your door — you choose.
Surfboards, dive bags, strollers, oversized luggage — tell us in advance and we send the right van.
Every booking confirmed on WhatsApp. You know your driver's name before you land.
Early arrival or delayed flight — private transfers adapt to your schedule, not the other way around.
Solo travelers, families, and everyone in between — they all start their El Nido trip at the airport exit.
"5 hours sounded rough on paper, but the shared van was comfortable and we stopped once for coffee. Quick tricycle ride from the terminal and we were at our hotel."
"Booked the private van for our group of 8 — the promo price made it a no-brainer. Straight to our resort, no terminal, no tricycle needed."
"Took the 4 AM shared van to catch an early flight out and it left right on time. Driver confirmed everything on WhatsApp the night before."
₱700 per person, with four daily departures from Puerto Princesa (4–5 AM, 7–8 AM, 12–1 PM, 5–6 PM) and five daily departures from El Nido. Same price in both directions.
At the El Nido bus terminal. From there, a short tricycle or tuk-tuk ride (not included, roughly ₱50–100) takes you to your hotel or accommodation. Private van skips this step entirely — door-to-door.
Currently on promo: ₱6,500 for 1–6 passengers (regular price ₱7,500) and ₱7,000 for 7–12 passengers (regular price ₱8,000), for drop-off in El Nido town. Promo pricing is for a limited time — message us to confirm current rates before booking.
Yes, by private van: ₱7,500 to Lio, ₱8,000 to Nacpan Beach, and ₱9,000 to Dipnay Beach — door-to-door. Just mention your exact destination when booking.
No. There is no Grab, Uber, or metered taxi service outside Puerto Princesa city itself, and none on the road to El Nido. Pre-booking a shuttle or private van is the safest way to make the trip, especially in peak season (December to May).
No prepayment, no credit card, no deposit. Fill in the booking form, receive WhatsApp confirmation with your driver's details, and pay on arrival in cash (PHP) or GCash.
We track flight arrivals and adjust pickup times accordingly. Always include your flight number when booking so we can monitor your arrival in real time.
Yes — every option runs both ways, at the same price. Five daily shared van departures from El Nido, or a private van whenever you're ready.
Yes. Mention the number of boards or bags in the booking form and we send the right vehicle. For bulky gear, a private van is usually the more comfortable choice.
Guides, tips and everything you need to know about getting to and from El Nido — more added regularly.
Puerto Princesa International Airport (IATA: PPS) is the main gateway to Palawan, connecting through Manila, Cebu, and other domestic hubs. El Nido, Palawan's flagship destination, sits roughly 260 km and 5–6 hours north by van — currently the only route Shuttle Palawan runs, and one we've optimized end to end.
The shared (joiners) van is the budget-friendly option at ₱700 per person, with four departures a day from Puerto Princesa and five from El Nido. A private van costs more but leaves on your schedule and goes straight to your hotel — currently on promo at ₱6,500 for 1–6 passengers and ₱7,000 for 7–12 passengers (regular prices ₱7,500 and ₱8,000), for drop-off in El Nido town. Heading further out? Private van also covers Lio (₱7,500), Nacpan Beach (₱8,000) and Dipnay Beach (₱9,000), door-to-door.
Puerto Princesa to El Nido departures run at 4:00–5:00 AM, 7:00–8:00 AM, 12:00–1:00 PM and 5:00–6:00 PM. El Nido to Puerto Princesa departures run at 3:00–4:00 AM, 8:00–9:00 AM, 12:00–1:00 PM, 3:00–4:00 PM and 5:00–6:00 PM. These windows are approximate and confirmed at booking — share your flight number and we'll plan your pickup around it.
Shared van drop-off in El Nido is at the bus terminal, not your hotel directly. From there, a short tricycle or tuk-tuk ride (not included in the fare, typically ₱50–100) takes you the rest of the way. If you'd rather skip that step entirely, a private van drops you right at your accommodation.
The national highway north from Puerto Princesa to El Nido is mostly paved and in good condition, with a scenic final stretch as you approach the coast. Vans typically make one stop roughly halfway for a bathroom break and snacks.
Every option Shuttle Palawan offers works in reverse. Whether you search "El Nido to Puerto Princesa Airport" or "El Nido airport transfer," we cover that route at the same fixed price as the trip in — shared van on the same daily schedule, or a private van whenever you're ready.
Book your Puerto Princesa airport transfer in 60 seconds. No credit card. Pay the driver on arrival.
Message us on WhatsApp with your flight details and we'll confirm your transfer in minutes.
Chat on WhatsApp