Flying out from one of the most beautiful airports in the world gets better with more domestic flights resuming this month of October. The current Pratt-Whitney Engine issues are one of the main reasons why some of the flights via Clark were discontinued as mentioned by Ms. Carmina Romero, CEB Director of Corporate Communications. But good news always reverts back with this much-awaited resumption as more Kapampangans and passengers from the airport’s catchment will enjoy the conveniences of flying via Clark.
WHAT ARE THE 4 DOMESTIC FLIGHTS RESUMING?
Cebu Pacific Air will be the largest airline serving the Clark International Airport with about 10 Domestic and International flights once all announced flights have resumed. In October, flights to Davao, Iloilo, General Santos, and Puerto Princesa will resume. Here are the dates of the flight resumptions:
- October 2, 2024 – Clark to Puerto Princesa
- October 21, 2024 – Clark to General Santos and Iloilo
- October 22, 2024 – Clark to Davao
Xander Lao, CEB President and Chief Commercial Officer, “We are excited to restart four of our domestic routes from Clark. This resumption underscores our commitment to offering greater accessibility to travelers from North and Central Luzon and provide Every Juan with more opportunities to discover the beauty and diversity of the Philippines, one destination at a time.”
Suggested Destinations:
- Via Iloilo: Experience the Dinagyang Festival on the 4th Weekend of January, or explore the best mangoes in Guimaras. Go to the beaches of Concepcion or Estancia, or the mountainscapes at Leon or the province of Antique.
- Via Davao: Visit one of the best beaches in Davao Region – Dahican Beach in Mati, Davao Oriental
- Via Puerto Princesa: Visit the secret beaches of Balabac or the famous Puerto Princesa Subterranean River. Go to the hippy Port Barton, climb the ceiling of Palawan – Mt. Mantalingajan, or the secrets of Dumaran.
- Via General Santos: Visit Lake Sebu 7 Waterfalls Park or experience the Fish Port at General Santos at the daybreak. Go to Sarangani province and visit its white sandy beaches.
- NOTE: These are a few of the thousands of experiences you can choose from in every destination!
WHAT COULD THESE FLIGHT RESUMPTIONS MEAN TO EVERY JUAN?
The resumption of domestic routes via Clark will stimulate local economies by increasing tourism and business travel. This influx of visitors can lead to higher spending in local businesses such as hotels, restaurants, and retail stores, creating more job opportunities and supporting economic growth in the region. This means an economic boost for local communities.
For travelers from Northern NCR, Central Luzon, and Northern Luzon, flying from Clark International Airport offers a more convenient alternative to the busy and congested Metro Manila airports. This improved accessibility can lead to increased travel frequency, as passengers can enjoy shorter travel times and less stress. This means enhanced accessibility and convenience
With four more domestic routes available from Clark, passengers have greater travel flexibility and a wider range of destinations to choose from. This enhanced connectivity can encourage more people to explore different parts of the Philippines, promoting domestic tourism and cultural exchange. Improved Connectivity and Travel Options improved connectivity and more travel options for Every Juan.
The resumption of domestic routes via Clark can help alleviate the heavy traffic and congestion at Metro Manila airports. By redistributing passenger traffic to Clark, it can lead to smoother operations and a better travel experience at all airports involved, improving overall airport efficiency and passenger satisfaction. Moreover, Every Juan can have international flight connections via Clark should they be flying to Bangkok, Hong Kong, Narita, or Singapore. This means one of the solutions to decongest the decaying NAIA.
This also means more visitors to Clark and to the Northern Regions of Luzon. From the recent MICECON 2024 where Clark and Pampanga took centerstage, this is another opportunity for business leisure travelers and M.I.C.E. professionals to bring their clients and enjoy the strategic connection and the facilities befitting every event, conference, or tradeshow you may hold.
CURRENT FLIGHTS VIA CLARK WITH CEBU PACIFIC
As of posting, here are the flights via Clark with Cebu Pacific
DOMESTIC
- Clark to Cebu
- Clark to Caticlan (Boracay)
INTERNATIONAL
- Clark to Bangkok, Thailand
- Clark to Hong Kong
- Clark to Narita (Japan)
- Clark to Singapore
