MANILA – AirAsia Philippines is further expanding in Japan by introducing Nagoya as its 3rd destination. One of the largest cities in Japan, Nagoya is home to over two million residents, 57,000 of which are Filipinos.
To celebrate this milestone, the World’s Best Low-Cost Airline is offering a PHP 888 one-way base fare to Nagoya for bookings made at the AirAsia MOVE app and airasia.com until 11 August 2024 for travel from its maiden flight on 29 October 2024 to 29 March 2025.
“Japan is one of the strongest regional markets for AirAsia Philippines. In fact, we’ve already flown 210,000 guests for the first half of 2024. We are confident we will double the 270,000 guests flown in 2023 with our competitive airfares, more services, better flight timings, and world-leading service”, AirAsia Philippines CEO Ricky Isla shares.
A recent study from Statista revealed that 48.8% of Filipinos choose Japan as a preferred holiday destination. AirAsia data shows that 65% of travelers who went to Japan in the past six months were Filipinos in the 30 – 50-year age bracket, most of whom booked their flights for immediate travel within two months.
Located at the “Heart of Japan”, travelers can enjoy Nagoya’s rich culture and flourishing industries. Some of Nagoya’s best destinations include the Nagoya Castle, Shirakawago National Heritage Site, Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, and the famous Osu Shopping Street. Nagoya is also a gateway to other destinations in Japan such as the Chubu Region, which also offers a great scenery of Mt. Fuji.
AirAsia Philippines is preparing to fly to Nagoya beginning 29 October, in time for autumn offering an unforgettable sightseeing experience with a combination of sunny and cooler weather, perfect for exploring the city and surroundings.
