AirAsia Philippines flew 5.8 million passengers in the first nine months of the year, saying it is still on track to achieve its 8 million passengers target this year driven by its aggressive network expansion and promo offerings.
AirAsia Philippines communications and public affairs head first officer Steve Dailisan said the airline flew 1.6 million passengers in the third quarter and a total of 5.8 million as of the end of September.
“Promos like these contribute significantly to our overall performance. We recently closed Q3 (third quarter) 2024 with over 1.6 million passengers flown. We are entering Q4 on a strong note, with more than 500,000 seats already sold which is already more than 30 percent of our Q4 (fourth quarter) target,” Dailisan said in a statement.
AirAsia Philippines is gearing up for a surge in travelers planning to spend their holiday bonuses and savings on flights.
To encourage guests to put the travel hacks into practice, the airline yesterday introduced the “LFG All Seats, All Flights” promo available from October 7 to 13, which offers 20 percent discounts on domestic and international flights, including AirAsia’s newly launched route to Nagoya, Japan, available for travels beginning October 21, 2024, to May 31, 2025.
“Many of our guests are now planning their holiday travels, and knowing the right booking strategies can help them maximize savings. These hacks are also intended to educate our guests on managing their travel plans, ensuring they make the most out of their travel budgets,” Dailisan added.
To help guests get the best value for their money, AirAsia Philippines noted some insider hacks for scoring the best deals when booking.
“Book your flights at least 21-30 days in advance for the best rates. Airfares are also lower when you schedule your travel during low season or off peak. And avoid booking flights on Mondays and Fridays as these are considered as ‘busy days’. Opt instead for quieter travel days like Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays,” the airline said.
For its piso promo, the airlines encouraged passengers to book on the wee hours of the first day of the promo as the sales are activated during midnight.
AirAsia Philippines flies to 12 domestic and 13 international destinations as of April 2024.
