Manila, Philippines — All the things is ready for the “Massive Swap!” AirAsia Philippines (Z2) and Malaysia AirAsia (AK) are making an thrilling transfer by transferring all their worldwide flights from Ninoy Aquino Worldwide Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3 to Terminal 1 beginning March 29, 2026. Each airways are totally ready to deal with the anticipated enhance in journey in the course of the holy week.
AirAsia Philippines Strikes Worldwide Flights to NAIA Terminal 1 Forward of Holy Week Journey Rush
The terminal reassignment is a part of New NAIA Infrastructure Company’s (NNIC) ongoing effort to optimize terminal operations, improve effectivity, and enhance the general passenger expertise at NAIA.
Ranging from March 29, all AirAsia Philippines worldwide flights, together with check-in, boarding, and baggage declare, will likely be managed at NAIA Terminal 1.
Friends can proceed to AirAsia Philippines’ designated check-in counters at Terminal 1, positioned within the Departure space
“We’re enthusiastic about this transition as it’s designed with our visitors’ comfort in thoughts. With our worldwide flights transferring to Terminal 1 and our home operations at present at Terminal 2, each terminals will now be in nearer proximity to one another. This permits visitors with connecting flights to take pleasure in a seamless and environment friendly switch expertise, with shorter distances and simpler entry between connections. This additionally comes at an vital time for the Holy Week, guaranteeing we’re able to assist the journey surge throughout this time.” AirAsia Philippines CEO and President Capt. Suresh Bangah shares.
To information vacationers in the course of the transition, AirAsia Philippines clarifies:
Worldwide flights scheduled earlier than March 29, 2026, will proceed to depart from NAIA Terminal 3
Worldwide flights departing on or after March 29, 2026, will verify in and depart from NAIA Terminal 1
Worldwide flights arriving in Manila on or after March 29, 2026, will land at NAIA Terminal 1
Home flights to proceed operations at NAIA Terminal 2.
For visitors with connecting flights or these requiring inter-terminal transfers, NNIC presents a 24-hour free Inter-Terminal Shuttle Bus service connecting Terminals 1, 2, and three. Shuttle buses function at roughly 15- to 30-minute intervals, relying on the time of day. Friends are required to current a legitimate boarding cross or flight itinerary to avail of the service.
NNIC may also present a particular shuttle bus service for misrouted passengers each quarter-hour beginning 9pm on 28 March 2026
NNIC Particular Shuttle Bus
Begin Date and Time: 2100H, 28 MARCH 2026Pick-up Factors: Terminal 3 (Departure Space)| Bays 7 & 8
Terminal 1: Bays A12 AND A14
The terminal reassignment applies solely to visitors with AirAsia Philippines worldwide flights from March 29, 2026, onwards. Affected visitors have been knowledgeable through registered e-mail and SMS and are suggested to repeatedly confirm their contact data and flight particulars.
In the meantime, AirAsia Philippines will preserve its home flights from NAIA Terminal 2, with no alterations to present operations.
To make sure visitors obtain uninterrupted service, the airline has elevated employees and established 24/7 check-in counters.
The airline recommends that visitors arrive on the airport early and evaluate their journey particulars, together with terminal data, to make sure a easy journey.
AirAsia Philippines continues to collaborate carefully with airport authorities to ensure a easy transition and supply a extra handy, guest-focused journey expertise because it prepares for the ‘Massive Swap.’
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