AirAsia Philippines Powers Up Dinagyang Festival with Free Fiesta Concert Featuring Maki and Darren Espanto; Boarding Pass Holders Get VIP Access
21 Jan 2026, Manila, Philippines — AirAsia Philippines is bringing the beat to Iloilo as it launches its second AirAsia Fiesta Concert just in time for Dinagyang Festival.
The free concert, taking place on 24 January from 4 PM along SM Delgado Street, Downtown Iloilo, will feature OPM sensations Maki and Darren Espanto.
To make the festival experience even more special, guests with an AirAsia boarding pass will receive exclusive VIP access to the concert.
To celebrate the Dinagyang Festival, AirAsia is giving festival-goers and travelers special fares starting at PHP 115 one-way base fare, exclusive of fees and surcharges when they book via AirAsia MOVE. Booking runs from today until 25 January 2026, for travel until 30 November 2026.
AirAsia Philippines currently operates 15 weekly flights to Iloilo, connecting travelers to one of the country’s most anticipated festivals with ease and convenience.
Commitment to Accessible Travel
AirAsia Philippines continues to champion value-driven travel, allowing guests to explore domestic festivals or plan international trips at affordable rates. This comes alongside the Civil Aeronautics Board’s announcement of steady fuel surcharges at Level 4, reinforcing the airline’s promise of predictable, budget-friendly travel.
AirAsia Philippines CEO and President Capt. Suresh Bangah shares, “2025 was a wonderful year for travelers, and AirAsia Philippines is committed to making sure travel in 2026 remains accessible. Events like the Dinagyang Festival keep Filipino culture and tradition alive, and play an important part in reconnecting families to their homes. At AirAsia, we are committed to providing accessible travel so everyone can experience this colorful festival.”
Further strengthening its presence in Iloilo, AirAsia Philippines will also partner with the Dinagyang Ultramarathon 2026 on 23 January, providing flights, merchandise and integrated promotions to position AirAsia as the airline of choice for both cultural and sports tourism, and driving increased inbound and outbound travel.
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About AirAsia Philippines
AirAsia is a leading low-cost carrier with licenses to operate in five Asean countries—Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Cambodia. Founded in 2001, AirAsia has stayed true to its purpose and tagline "Now Everyone Can Fly". The airline has made flying affordable and accessible to over 800 million guests, connecting people and communities across more than 130 destinations. Today, as one of the largest airlines in the region, AirAsia is expanding to become the world's first global low cost network carrier. It operates more than 200 aircraft and holds a significant orderbook for the next decade. AirAsia leads in sustainable aviation with green initiatives and a net zero target by 2050. In 2023, it avoided 130,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions from its narrowbody regional network through 20+ efficiency measures, saving US$40 million in fuel and over US$388,000 in shadow carbon costs.
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