AirAsia Philippines cancels Manila-Cebu-Manila flights due to airport closure

Manila, 17 December 2021 - AirAsia Philippines has today canceled its Manila-Cebu-Manila flights scheduled for 17-18 December following the closure of Mactan Cebu International Airport (MCIA) which was badly devastated by typhoon Odette.

In a statement issued by GMR-Megawide Cebu Airport Corporation, operator of the MCIA, the initial closure of the airport until 1852H today 17 December will be extended until 0900H, 19 December, Sunday, to give way to immediate repairs of the damaged infrastructure and facilities.

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AirAsia Philippines announces flight cancellations due to Typhoon Odette for 16 to 17 December

In view of safety, AirAsia Philippines today announces flight delays and cancellations from 16 to 17 December to its various destinations due to typhoon Odette (international name Rai).

The Philippines, EnglishCarlo Carongoy -December 15, 2021ManilaNews, AirAsia Philippines, english

AirAsia Philippines hits record-high bookings in 1.5 years, shares key reminders for a safe, hassle-free holiday travel

Manila, 14 December 2021 – AirAsia Philippines, the world’s best low-cost airline has recorded its best performance yet since the pandemic began in March 2020. This comes as the national government eases travel requirements and protocols to key destinations across the country.

Topping the list of AirAsia’s most preferred domestic flights within the peak Christmas travel period between December 20 to January 05 are Manila to Caticlan with 24% of total passenger booking, Manila to Tacloban with 15%, and Cebu to Manila with 14%. The recently resumed Hong Kong to Manila route, meanwhile tops the list of the airline’s current international flights.

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AirAsia Philippines celebrates with Miss Universe Philippines Beatrice Gomez as she claims Top 5 spot in MU 2021

AirAsia, the world’s best low-cost airline, extends its warmest congratulations to Miss Universe Philippines 2021 Bea Gomez for successfully showing the universe the rich culture and formidable character of Filipinos. Beatrice landed at the top 5 queens in the competition, the only representative from Asia to do so.

AirAsia, as the official airline partner of Miss Universe Philippines, is immensely proud of Bea for being the embodiment of Filipino resilience and determination on the Miss Universe stage.

The Philippines, EnglishGallen Villanueva -December 13, 2021MissUniversePhilippines, News, english, AirAsia Philippines

AirAsia Philippines ramps up domestic flights, offers P20 base fare for most destinations in celebration of AirAsia’s 20th birthday

AirAsia Philippines continues to ramp up its flight frequencies to domestic destinations to meet the surge of demand for air travel during the Christmas season.

The Philippines, EnglishCarlo Carongoy -December 10, 2021ManilaNews, AirAsia Philippines, english

AirAsia Philippines is among the stakeholders awarded at the 42nd Founding Anniversary of Philippine Air Force (PAF)

AirAsia Philippines is among the stakeholders awarded at the 42nd Founding Anniversary of Philippine Air Force (PAF). The awarding ceremony was held at AFRC Auditorium Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command, Clark Air Base, Mabalacat City, Pampanga. AirAsia Philippines CEO Ricky Isla received the plaque of recognition handed by Air Force Reserve Command Commander Major General Edward L. Libago. Cadets, PAF units, and other stakeholders were recognized for their contribution to the accomplishment of various civil military operations, and humanitarian assistance and disaster response operations conducted by the Air Force Reserve Command.

The Philippines, Story, EnglishGallen Villanueva -December 7, 2021Manilaenglish, AirAsia Philippines, Story

AirAsia Philippines expands commercial flights, restarts Hong Kong route

AirAsia Philippines resumes on Sunday its Manila-Hong Kong route after almost two years of flight suspension due to the ongoing global health crisis.
The bi-weekly flights to Hong Kong were officially commenced on 05 December with flight Z2 1264 departing NAIA Terminal 3 at 8:35 a.m. The return flight to Manila arrived in the same terminal at 2:00 p.m. 103 passengers were aboard the plane bound for Manila from Hong Kong, all of which were Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs).

The Philippines, EnglishGallen Villanueva -December 6, 2021News, english, AirAsia Philippines

AirAsia Philippines resumes Regional Flights, launches inaugural flight to Singapore

AirAsia Philippines breaks its two-year commercial flight hiatus with its inaugural flight to Singapore on 4 December servicing Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and essential business travelers who are flying from and returning to the Philippines for the holidays.

News, The Philippines, EnglishCarlo Carongoy -December 5, 2021ManilaNews, english, AirAsia Philippines

AirAsia Philippines reassures guests of established multi-layered approaches to safety despite presence of new COVID-19 variant

AirAsia Philippines reassures its guests with the highest standards of safety in place and strict observance of established health protocols amidst the emergence of Omicron, a new COVID-19 variant of concern according to the World Health Organization (WHO).

The Philippines, EnglishCarlo Carongoy -December 1, 2021

Philippine Air Force honors AirAsia Philippines with Outstanding Stakeholder Award

For the second consecutive year, AirAsia Philippines has been recognized as among the outstanding stakeholders by the Philippine Air Force (PAF). The recognition coincides with the 158th birthday of the father of Philippine revolution, Andres Bonifacio.

The Philippines, EnglishCarlo Carongoy -November 29, 2021ManilaNews, AirAsia Philippines

AirAsia Philippines sends off Miss Universe Philippines Beatrice Luigi Gomez with warm cheers for the 70th Miss Universe pageant

AirAsia Philippines, the official airline partner of the Miss Universe Philippines sends its warmest regards to Miss Universe Philippines Beatrice Luigi Gomez as she departs for Eilat, Israel for the 70th Miss Universe pageant.

AirAsia Philippines gifts 100 OFWs with FREE flights to Singapore and Manila

In celebration of our Overseas Filipino Workers’ (OFW) heroism and sacrifices, and as an early Christmas gift, AirAsia Philippines is giving FREE flights from Manila to Singapore and Singapore to Manila on 4 December 2021 via Z2 825 and Z2 826 respectively.

The Philippines, EnglishCarlo Carongoy -November 26, 2021ManilaNews, AirAsia Philippines, english

AirAsia Philippines to activate Allstars (employees) under hibernation beginning December 2021

AirAsia Philippines today announces the gradual activation of around 432 Allstars including pilots, cabin crew, ground staff and engineering who were previously placed under hibernation at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Philippines, EnglishCarlo Carongoy -November 25, 2021ManilaNews, AirAsia Philippines, english

AirAsia Philippines reports strong operational metrics for Q32021, sustains momentum by increasing flight frequencies for Q42021

AirAsia Philippines reports stronger YoY and QoQ key operational metrics, leading other AirAsia’s airline entities in the Third Quarter 2021 Financial Results of AirAsia Group Berhad.

The Philippines, EnglishCarlo Carongoy -November 23, 2021ManilaNews, AirAsia Philippines, english

Award-winning actor Carlo Aquino promotes smart traveling experience with AirAsia Philippines

While most of AirAsia Philippines leisure destinations have already opened up to travelers from Metro Manila, picking the best hotel accommodation and other travel and tourism related activities still remains a tough choice especially when you are on a budget.

The Philippines, EnglishCarlo Carongoy -November 23, 2021ManilaNews, AirAsia Philippines, Travel goals

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