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Singapore Airlines’ budget carrier Scoot launches direct flights to Iloilo
Scoot, a budget carrier of Singapore Airlines, has launched direct international flights between Iloilo and Singapore, marking its fourth destination in the Philippines.
The maiden flight arrived at Iloilo International Airport on Monday, April 14, 2025, with a 112-seater E190-E2 aircraft.
This new route currently operates every Monday and Wednesday, with plans to add Friday and Sunday flights by June 2025.
A one-way ticket to Iloilo starts at SGD129, inclusive of taxes.
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) anticipates that these flights will significantly boost tourism, trade, and cultural exchange in the Western Visayas region.
Scoot's inaugural flight was celebrated with a water cannon salute, local music, and refreshments.
Other airlines, such as Cebu Pacific, also offer international flights from Iloilo to destinations like Singapore, Hong Kong, and Thailand.
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