MANILA — The New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC), the newly appointed operator of Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), confirmed on Wednesday that travelers will face increased airport fees starting September 2025.
In a statement posted on social media, the NNIC addressed ongoing speculation regarding fee adjustments, emphasizing that any changes were mandated by the government and not initiated by the consortium. The terminal fee for domestic flights will rise significantly from PHP 200 to PHP 390, while the fee for international departures will increase from PHP 550 to PHP 950.
Importantly, overseas Filipino workers will continue to be exempt from paying international departure fees, a move aimed at supporting this vital demographic.
The NNIC also noted that the hikes in aeronautical charges for airlines will likely lead to increased airfares. This adjustment comes as aviation officials revealed that the fees at NAIA have remained unchanged since the issuance of Administrative Order 1 in 2000.
In a letter to airline operators, officials explained that the proposed regulated aeronautical charges are still lower than the cumulative inflation rate since 2000. However, landings and takeoffs will see bundled increases to cover additional costs associated with lighting, noise, emissions, and necessary upgrades to air traffic control technology.
The terminal fee for domestic flights will rise significantly from PHP 200 to PHP 390, while the fee for international departures will increase from PHP 550 to PHP 950.
The NNIC, a consortium led by San Miguel Holdings Corp. in partnership with Incheon International Airport Corp., took over the operations and maintenance of NAIA on September 14. The group has committed to investing PHP 170.6 billion in the rehabilitation and modernization of the airport, which officials say will enhance the overall passenger experience despite the fee increases. Additionally, the consortium has pledged an 82.16 percent revenue share to the government, reflecting its commitment to both service improvement and fiscal responsibility.
As the implementation date approaches, passengers and airline operators alike are bracing for the impact of these changes, which aim to modernize one of Southeast Asia’s busiest airports amid ongoing discussions about affordability and accessibility in air travel.
