AirAsia Philippines Now Serving Taipei with 17 Flights a Week
16 July 2025, Manila, Philippines — In response to the growing travel demand between Manila and Taipei, AirAsia Philippines has ramped up its flight frequency to Taiwan's capital from 14 to 17 times weekly starting this July.
The move comes after AirAsia Philippines recorded a strong average load factor of 85% on its Taipei route, underscoring strong and consistent guest interest with Taipei being one of its top-performing international destinations of AirAsia Philippines.
From January to June 2025 alone, the airline flew over 70,000 guests to Taipei which is expected to increase following the extension of visa-free entry for Filipino travelers who are staying for 14 days to Taiwan until July 31, 2026.
“The additional flights come at the perfect time as we enter Q3 and gear up for the peak travel season. This move gets us ready for the expected surge in demand during the ‘Ber’ months, when many Filipinos head to Taipei to enjoy its cooler climate from September through February. It also allows us to serve our guests better by offering more options and flexibility whether they’re flying for leisure, business, or to reconnect with family and friends.” AirAsia Philippines President and CEO Suresh Bangah shares.
In addition to expanding flight frequencies, AirAsia Philippines continues to strengthen its 15 + 1 fleet to meet the rising demand across both domestic and international routes, reaffirming its commitment to accessible and reliable travel for all.
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About AirAsia Philippines
AirAsia is a leading low-cost carrier with licenses to operate in five Asean countries—Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Cambodia. Founded in 2001, AirAsia has stayed true to its purpose and tagline "Now Everyone Can Fly". The airline has made flying affordable and accessible to over 800 million guests, connecting people and communities across more than 130 destinations. Today, as one of the largest airlines in the region, AirAsia is expanding to become the world's first global low cost network carrier. It operates more than 200 aircraft and holds a significant orderbook for the next decade. AirAsia leads in sustainable aviation with green initiatives and a net zero target by 2050. In 2023, it avoided 130,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions from its narrowbody regional network through 20+ efficiency measures, saving US$40 million in fuel and over US$388,000 in shadow carbon costs.
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