PAL transfers turboprop flights from NAIA to Clark, Cebu starting Oct 26

Philippine Airlines announced on Friday that it will gradually transfer turboprop-operated flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Clark and Cebu starting October 26.

The move follows the Manila Slot Coordination Committee's resolution, which aims to ease congestion at NAIA by transferring an initial 30 percent of turboprops beginning March 2025, with full transfer planned until late March 2026.

PAL will expand its flight offerings from Clark and Cebu, increasing services between Clark and Busuanga, Basco, and Siargao to twice daily and tripling the frequency for flights from Cebu to Busuanga and Siargao.

A new route from Cebu to Calbayog will also be launched with four weekly flights, replacing Manila-Calbayog routes, while maintaining essential links between Manila and key destinations such as Siargao and Busuanga with reduced frequencies.

PAL emphasized the need for cooperation from passengers during this transition period, ensuring a smooth shift in operations as part of broader efforts to improve air travel efficiency across the country.