Good Friday busiest at NAIA; NNIC says airport ready for influx
Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 1 (INQUIRER FILE PHOTO)
MANILA – Good Friday will be the busiest during Holy Week at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) with 851 flights, and the airport operator said it is ready for a travel surge.
Lightest traffic is on Holy Tuesday with 818 flights at the country’s main gateway. Flight movements for the entire Holy Week are 6,724, higher than 6,537 in 2024.
From April 13 to 20, the New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC) expects over 1.18 million passengers, up 14.23 percent from 1.04 million last year.
The San Miguel Corp.-led consortium said assistance desks will be operating round-the-clock in all terminals. These will be manned by airport personnel, medical teams, and uniformed officers.
Additional traffic aides will be deployed to manage curbside and parking flow. The improved wi-fi connectivity, meanwhile, ensures passengers can stay connected.
The NNIC said these measures to maintain safety, security, and reliable terminal operations are made possible through close coordination with government agencies and airlines.
“This is a team effort involving not just NNIC, but also our government partners, airline operators, and the entire airport community. Everyone is working hard to keep things running as smoothly as possible as we prepare for the Holy Week rush,” NNIC general manager Angelito Alvarez said in a statement on Friday.
He also asked for the public’s cooperation and patience, especially with the expected longer lines at check-in and security checkpoints, and possible delays due to the high volume of travelers.
Passengers are urged to arrive at least three hours before international flights and two hours before domestic flights.
They are also encouraged to double-check their flight details, ensure their travel documents are complete, and avoid bringing prohibited items in their hand carry or checked bags.
