Visited Puerto Princesa again for the 3rd time to attend a convention and also took a sidetrip to El Nido.

Arriving at the new Puerto Princesa airport

The new airport in Puerto Princesa is a little bigger, a bit more modern with high ceilings, more seats, and bigger parking.  It's located at

There are charging stations set up near the boarding gates.  Just look for the Smart signpost with tables.  The outlets are close to one another and also have a USB port (probably up to 1 Amp) for those who don't have their chargers.

There are small pasalubong shops that sells trinkets, magnets, keychains, etc and delicacies.  Prices are a bit more expensive at the airport compared to the market and pasalubong center in the city.
Tipas hopia sells for Php 75 per box and the saleslady says they're delivered daily.

There are 2 food stalls at the departure area 2nd floor.

Tips:  

First time travelling to the Philippines?

• Pick up a sim card at either the Globe or Smart booth at the arrivals area (opposite the luggage claim and before you exit the airport).  They can also load credits onto the sim (local term is 'load' instead of credits or top up) and allow you to sign up for a prepaid mobile data promo (costs US$10-20).  Wifi isn't reliable in most hostels, hotels, and restaurants.
• For Globe, you can use GOSAKTO140 and send to 8080 for 2GB mobile data and unlimited calls and texts to a Globe number for 7 days.
• or opt for a Mobile 4G wifi device if your phone is locked to your carrier.  You can purchase one at a Globe or Smart store in one of the major malls in Puerto Princesa like Robinson's, or SM City Puerto Princesa.
• You can prebook your tours in Puerto Princesa using Paypal 

Getting to the City

You can take a tricycle (Php 50/trip for 1-4 people) to the city.  If you're staying farther from Rizal Avenue, the trip may cost up to Php 80 per trip.

There aren't a lot of taxis at the airport and there's no TNCs like Grab or Uber so your other options is either a trike or a private car/van charter.

Getting to El Nido

Van transfer via Klook

You can prebook your land transfer via Klook (use code G3GL4 for a discount).  If you are carrying big backpacks or luggages or traveling with children or seniors, I would recommend this over the others.  Daytripper vans are roomier in both headroom and legroom, the seats are more comfortable, the driver is more careful in driving, and they stop at a more decent restaurant. See my review here...

If you're flying via Cebu Pacific, you can avail their van transfer by booking it online before your flight or inquire from one of the flight crew.  I didn't know they offered it until they announced it during the flight.  Their partner is Lexus shuttle which is one of the reputable transportation companies in Palawan. Cost is Php 500 per person per way.  You need to show your boarding pass or itinerary receipt as proof (if you didn't prebook online).

Still forgot to prebook your van transfer?  Head out the airport exit and turn right at the door.  You can approach the farmost window where they offer shuttle vans. They wait for the vans to be full before they leave (usually 14-15 which is cramped).