NAIA passenger service charge hike confirmed by govt

The New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC) confirmed that the passenger service charge increases at NAIA, effective September 14, 2025, are mandated by the government.

These hikes were established by the Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) Administrative Order No. 1, Series of 2024, with approval from the Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the Cabinet.

The adjusted rates will increase the international passenger service charge from P550 to P950 and the domestic fee from P200 to P390.

Exemptions include infants two years old and below, flight crews, overseas Filipino workers, pilgrims, Philippine Sports Commission delegates, Medal of Valor awardees, and others authorized by law or the Office of the President.

This increase, the first in over two decades, is pursuant to the concession agreement between the government and the San Miguel-led NNIC and will cover the private operator's investments.

The Asian Development Bank reviewed the adjusted rates as an advisor to the government.

NNIC emphasized that the passenger service charge is applied only once per journey to departing passengers.

The adjusted rates will still be lower than inflation-adjusted values from 2000.