Philippine Airlines (PAL) has expanded its domestic network by restarting flights between Clark International Airport and Siargao Island Airport .
“We are proud of this returning service. Our thrice weekly service will provide ease and convenience for residents and tourists in Central and Northern Luzon since there is no need for land travel to Metro Manila to connect to Siargao,” Rabbi Vincent Ang, PAL Express president said.
“Residents of the island will be able to explore other parts of the country via our flights out of Clark,” he said.
Siargao is known as the surfing mecca in the country, popular for its world-class waves, making it a top destination for water lovers. Its exquisite landscapes, clear waters and laid-back vibe have made it a unique tropical get-away.
PAL operates its thrice weekly flights between Clark and Siargao utilizing its 86-seater De Havilland Dash 8-400 Next Generation aircraft. The carrier’s trademark Filipino heartfelt service promises to delight passengers throughout their journey.
“The inauguration of the Philippine Airlines route from Clark to Siargao ahead of the comes at a perfect time as we approach the holiday season, when many of us are eager to reunite with loved ones and explore new destinations. What a wonderful idea it will be to spend the holidays by the beach,” Noel Manankil, president and chief executive of LIPAD Corp, the consortium that manages and operates Clark International Airport said.
“And with the recent win of CRK as TDM Travel Trade International Airport of the Year, both PAL and your passengers are assured of the airport’s exceptional service, state-of-the-art facilities, and commitment to making travel smoother and more enjoyable for everyone. We thank you for entrusting us with a key role in this new route,” he said.
Siargao rejoins the flag carrier’s progressive hub at Clark International Airport, where PAL operates daily flights to Cebu, four weekly flights each to Basco and Busuanga (Coron), and thrice weekly flights to Boracay (Caticlan).
The service complements PAL’s existing twice daily flights to Siargao from Manila and Cebu, for a total PAL service of 31 weekly flights to Siargao.
PAL’s fleet of Boeing, Airbus, and De Havilland aircraft operate scheduled nonstop flights out of hubs in Manila, Cebu, Clark, and Davao to 33 destinations in the Philippines and 36 destinations in Asia, North America, Australia, and the Middle East.
