Dipolog City - Zamboanga City
Ferry to Mindanao Islands
Dipolog City - Zamboanga City
Ferry to Mindanao Islands
Most travellers pay around $71* for a Dipolog City Zamboanga City ferry ticket, and the cheapest fares on this route begin at $71*. Foot passengers can expect to pay roughly $71* on average.
Fares vary according to passenger count, vehicle type, the route itself and what time you sail. Figures come from fares searched in the previous 30 days, don't include service fees, and were last checked August 26.
There's a quick way to stack up ferry fares and operators from around the world side by side, so you can pick the crossing that best suits you. Getting in early tends to open up the widest choice of prices and sailing times.
Direct Ferries has discounts running throughout the year. Where a senior discount applies to your crossing, it's applied the moment you pick the matching age bracket in the passenger section of your search.
If you're a student or recent graduate, a 5% discount is up for grabs. Head to our partner Student Beans to confirm your status and you'll receive a code to enter at checkout.
A handful of Spanish and Italian ferry routes also offer a resident discount — choose the "Residents" option if it appears during your search and the lower fare is applied straight away. You'll usually need to show proof of address, like a residency card or certificate, when you check in.
Sailings on the Dipolog City Zamboanga City route generally kick off from Dipolog City at around 11:00, and the last departure of the day is usually around 17:00.
With a longer crossing time, a trip between Dipolog City and Zamboanga City is better suited to a weekend away or an extended stay, so you get proper value out of the journey.
No, vehicles aren't currently accepted on sailings between Dipolog City and Zamboanga City.
Bicycles aren't currently accepted on sailings between Dipolog City and Zamboanga City.
Yes, 2GO Travel carries foot passengers between Dipolog City and Zamboanga City.
Pets aren't currently permitted on ferries between Dipolog City and Zamboanga City. Our Deal Finder can help you find a nearby route that does allow them.
Guide dogs and assistance dogs are often treated differently to general pets, even on routes where pets aren't allowed. Contact our customer service team to find out what's possible on your sailing, or check our Special Assistance Help page for more information.
Whether the Dipolog City to Zamboanga City route has an overnight sailing depends on a mix of factors. Search with your travel dates, and we'll show you whether an overnight option exists, plus current timetables, crossing times and daytime alternatives.
Note that overnight sailings can occasionally take a bit longer than daytime crossings.
What you'll need to travel varies by route, so it pays to check ahead of your sailing. A valid passport is typically required for the Dipolog City to Zamboanga City crossing, along with any visa or national ID required for your nationality. As rules depend on both where you're from and where you're headed, our Check-in, Travel Documents & Tickets guide is worth a read to avoid any hold-ups at check-in.
Booking couldn't be simpler — select your departure port, arrival port and travel date to see everything on offer. From there, you can weigh up alternative routes and departure times to land on the best fit.
Look for early-booking deals and flexible fare types, like upgrades or flexi-tickets, which give you room to change plans later. Double-check details such as passenger numbers and vehicle specs as you go, to keep the booking process painless.
You'll get a confirmation email the moment your booking goes through. From there, how your boarding pass turns up depends on the operator.
Some operators send the boarding pass straight away, while others want you to check in at the port. Where it's on offer, online check-in through the Direct Ferries app can save you time at the terminal.
Ticket desks tend to sit right by the ferry terminal. Building in some extra time before you sail means you won't be rushed collecting tickets and getting checked in.
Have your confirmation email and valid photo ID — a passport or identity card — ready at check-in. If a pet's travelling with you, bring their vaccination and insurance papers, and hold onto proof of address if you booked with a resident discount.
A gap in sailings from Dipolog City to Zamboanga City on your chosen date usually comes down to something like a timetable adjustment, limited space, or a seasonal dip in service. Try a different date, or browse other options with our Route & Port finder.
Generally speaking, booking your Dipolog City to Zamboanga City ferry sooner rather than later pays off — earlier bookings usually mean lower fares and more choice of departure times and cabins.
A few weeks' lead time is usually enough to catch a good deal, though fares can still move around depending on the season and what's left available.
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| Dipolog City - Zamboanga City Ferry Route Prices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Foot Passenger | $71 | |
| Dipolog City - Zamboanga City Ferry Route Summary | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Mindanao Islands |
| Destination | Mindanao Islands |
| No. of Operators | 1 |
| Operators | 2GO Travel |
| Average Price | $71 |
| Average Daily Sailings | 1 |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 1 |
| Average Sailing Duration | 11 h |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 10 h |
| First Ferry | 11:00 |
| Last Ferry | 17:00 |
| Distance | 97 Nautical Miles |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 August 2026.
Dipolog Port is located to the north east of the Philippine island of Mindanao; to the north of the city is the Sulu Sea which runs through some of the islands belonging to the Philippines. Nature lovers have become very fond of Dipolog Port, the region is famous for the beautiful wild orchids that grow in the area. Four companies operate through Dipolog Port, though Ocean Fast Ferries provide the quickest crossings on all ferry routes. The sailing to Dumageute takes around two hours on Ocean Fast Ferries, whereas it’s roughly twice as long with other companies. There are also ferry routes to Cebu every Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday; each one departing in the evening. Dipolog Port has no wharf of its own and relies on the port of Pulawan in Dapitan City which is approximately 9km from the city centre of Dipolog.
