EXPANDING WINGS. The addition of the Cebu-Hong Kong route follows the success of the launch of Airphil’s international flight to Singapore in December 2010.
Airphil Express, in a bid to corner a substantial share in the budget air travel market in the country, recently launched its Cebu-Hong Kong route.
The new flight connection is seen to further boost business and tourism between the two destinations and strengthen the presence of Airphil Express beyond domestic borders.
The Cebu province in the Visayas region, which is rich in heritage appeal, attracts domestic and foreign tourists, and investments because of good infrastructure and a dynamic export industry. It also serves as gateway to some of the world’s most breathtaking shorelines and nature attractions. Hong Kong, host to several thousands of OFWs, remains an important business hub, shoppers’ paradise and, with the presence of Disneyland and other theme parks, is a favorite destination of many Filipinos.
The expanded route of Airphil Express redounds to the benefit of passengers who want savings and convenience in their frequent business and pleasure travels.
“The decision to launch the first Hong Kong flight of Airphil Express from Cebu is an acknowledgment of the valuable business that the province brings into the country in terms of trade and tourism,” says Alfredo Herrera, Airphil Express SVP for marketing and sales.
The addition of the Cebu-Hong Kong route follows the success of the launch of its international flight to Singapore in December last year.
Another company milestone by the end of July is the arrival of a new A320, in addition to the current six Airbuses, which is part of Airphil Express’ re-fleeting program. The budget airline also maintains three reliable Q300s and five high-speed Q400s for inter-island travel.