AirAsia to fly Manila-Osaka route starting July 2019
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Budget airline AirAsia announced it will operate flights between Manila and Osaka, Japan for the first time in July 2019.
In a statement, AirAsia said its daily services for the Manila-Osaka route will begin on July 1.
AirAsia Philippines president and CEO Dexter Comendador called the launch of the new route a “milestone occasion.”
“Being able to travel directly and affordably to Osaka is fantastic news for Filipinos and we’re confident this new route will serve as a gateway for guests to connect to other popular destinations in Japan such as Kyoto and Nara,” said Comendador.
“We are also excited to welcome guests from Osaka and its neighboring regions to the Philippines. This international route will contribute to the government’s target of 8.2 million visitors this year.”
Along with the launch of this new route, AirAsia also announced an all-in, one-way promo fare starting at P1,990 for its BIG loyaty program members. The airline said bookings for this promo should be made from March 29 to April 7, for travels from July 1 to October 26.
Questions & Answers
Q.When will AirAsia's new flights between Manila and Osaka begin operating?
When will AirAsia's new flights between Manila and Osaka begin operating?
AirAsia announced that daily services for the Manila-Osaka route will commence on July 1, 2019. This is the first time the budget airline will operate flights on this particular route.
Q.What is the promotional fare for BIG loyalty program members on the new route?
What is the promotional fare for BIG loyalty program members on the new route?
BIG loyalty program members can book an all-in, one-way promo fare starting at P1,990. Bookings for this special offer must be made between March 29 and April 7, for travel dates from July 1 to October 26.
Q.How does AirAsia expect the new Manila-Osaka route to impact tourism?
How does AirAsia expect the new Manila-Osaka route to impact tourism?
AirAsia expects the new route to provide Filipinos with affordable direct travel to Osaka, connecting them to other Japanese cities like Kyoto and Nara. It also aims to attract Japanese visitors to the Philippines, contributing to the government's target of 8.2 million visitors this year.
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