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AirAsia strengthens Cebu hub amid sluggish foreign arrivals

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September 25, 2025

AirAsia Philippines is pressing ahead with an ambitious expansion in Cebu, signaling strong confidence in the Philippine market even as the country contends with sluggish foreign tourist arrivals.

- Ehda M. Dagooc Staff Member

AirAsia strengthens Cebu hub amid sluggish foreign arrivals

Capt. Suresh Bangah, President and Chief Rotes Officer of AirAsia Philippines (left) and Amanda Woo, Chief Commercial Officer of AirAsia Aviation Group. EHDA M. DAGOOC.

Starting November 15, 2025, the low-cost carrier will launch Cebu as its 16th hub within the AirAsia Group, initially basing two aircraft at Mactan-Cebu International Airport, with plans to grow the fleet to more than five by 2026.

The move positions Cebu as a key gateway for Southeast Asia and the Pacific, complementing Manila as a major hub.

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