Ruth Haines
The Philippines is a nation with beaches, rocks, and islands, and is very well connected with the world, making it a great holiday destination. The country has 45 commercial airports, with Ninoy Aquino International Airport, commonly known as NAIA, being the primary entry point for travellers. It is located in Metro Manila and is the busiest airport in the Philippines, serving the most number of international passengers and accommodating all the major international airlines. Another busy airport is the Mactan-Cebu International Airport, which is the second busiest international airport in the Philippines. It is located on Mactan Island and is linked to the Cebu Metropolitan Area via the San Juanico Bridge. Other international airports include Clark Airport, Davao, Laoag, Kalibo, and Puerto Princesa.
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What You'll Learn
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA)
The Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), originally known as the Manila International Airport (MIA), is the largest airport in the Philippines and the main gateway for travellers to the country. It is located in the National Capital Region (NCR) or Metro Manila, between the cities of Pasay and Parañaque, about 7 kilometres (4.3 miles) south of Manila proper and southwest of Makati.
NAIA is the country's main flight hub, receiving the most international passengers and servicing all the major international airlines. It is also the main hub for domestic flights across the Philippines. The airport is named after former Philippine Senator Benigno "Ninoy" Aquino Jr., who was assassinated at the airport in 1983.
There are four NAIA terminals with different entry points that are not within walking distance of each other. Each terminal serves specific airlines and routes. The airport road, formerly known as the MIA Road, is a short 8-10 lane divided highway connecting Roxas Boulevard and the Manila–Cavite Expressway (R-1) with NAIA. The nearest train station to NAIA is the LRT Line 1's Ninoy Aquino Avenue station, but there is no direct connection between the station and the airport terminals due to regulatory constraints.
NAIA is the main operating base for Philippines AirAsia and serves as a hub for airlines such as AirSWIFT, Cebgo, Cebu Pacific, PAL Express, and Philippine Airlines. PAL Airport Services offers ground handling for seven international airlines calling at Manila, while Philippine Airlines Cargo processes and ships an average of 200 tonnes of Manila publications and 2 tonnes of mail daily throughout the country and 368 tonnes of cargo abroad daily.
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Mactan-Cebu International Airport
The airport serves as a hub for Philippine Airlines and as an operating base for Cebu Pacific, Philippines AirAsia, and Sunlight Air. It is managed by the Mactan–Cebu International Airport Authority (MCIAA) and operated by the GMR–Megawide Cebu Airport Corporation.
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Clark International Airport
The airport has experienced remarkable growth, meeting its 2024 targets and receiving recognition as the International Airport of the Year – Philippines at the TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards 2024 – Asia. Clark International Airport has also expanded its operations with companies such as FedEx and UPS, enhancing its status as a major gateway.
The airport features an eye-catching design, with its roof's arched structure mirroring the mountain ranges of Zambales. The first stage of the airport's expansion was completed in 2008, increasing its annual capacity to over 2 million passengers. In 2019, a 25-year contract was awarded to the North Luzon Airport Consortium (NLAC) for the operations and maintenance of the airport, with a new passenger terminal building completed in 2020.
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Davao Airport
The airport's history dates back to the 1940s, when it was known as Sasa Landing Field. In 1958, the airport opened for civil aviation with a 1,500-metre concrete runway. Over the years, the airport underwent several improvements and expansions, including the construction of a new terminal building in 2003, which doubled the airport's capacity. The airport currently has a single 3,000-metre precision runway and a modern terminal building with 28 gates, three lounge areas, and two baggage conveyors serving both domestic and international passengers.
Davao International Airport is a hub for several airlines, including Cebu Pacific, PAL Express, Philippine Airlines, and Philippines AirAsia. It serves 13 domestic destinations within the Philippines and offers international connections to various Southeast Asian countries, including Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia.
The airport provides a range of ground transportation options, including rental cars, taxis, rideshares, public buses, and ferry services. Passengers can easily access downtown Davao City by taxi, and nearby attractions such as Samal Island and other nearby islands are accessible via ferry services from Sta. Ana Wharf, located 8 kilometres from the airport.
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Iloilo Airport
Iloilo International Airport (ILO/RPVI) is located in Iloilo, Philippines. The airport is approximately 20 kilometres away from Iloilo City. The site of the airport was originally a World War II airfield constructed in 1942, called Cabatuan Airfield. Iloilo City was previously served by Mandurriao Airport, which had been in operation since 1937. However, rapid urbanisation in Iloilo City rendered Mandurriao Airport insufficient to meet the demands of the city.
In October 1995, the Iloilo city government announced its intention to construct a new airport outside the city. The new Iloilo International Airport was inaugurated by President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo on January 25, 2004, and construction began on April 14, 2004. The airport was funded by a 6.2 billion peso (US$152 million) loan from the Japanese government through the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC).
The airport has a single terminal building, which has been criticised for not having enough seating and for its malfunctioning air conditioning. Despite this, the airport has a variety of shops to browse. Iloilo International Airport is a popular choice for travellers looking to explore the Philippines beyond Manila and Cebu.
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Frequently asked questions
The Philippines has 45 commercial airports, with the busiest airports being Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) or Manila Airport, and Mactan-Cebu International Airport or Cebu Airport. Other major airports include Clark International Airport, Davao Airport, and Laoag Airport.
This depends on your travel plans. If you are looking for a beach and diving holiday, it is recommended to fly into Cebu. If you are looking to shop, Manila is the place to go.
Manila is a very crowded city with over 11 million residents. It is worth seeing, but you may only want to spend one or two nights there before travelling elsewhere in the Philippines.
Outside of Manila, there are many things to do. You could try white water rafting in Cagayan de Oro, visit the beaches of Boracay, or go to Camiguin island to see an underwater cemetery.
