United Airlines soon to serve daily Narita-Cebu flights
ABOITIZ InfraCapital GMR Megawide Cebu Airport Corp. (GMCAC) said on Monday, March 11, that Mactan-Cebu International Airport will welcome United Airlines’ daily flights originating from Tokyo’s Narita International Airport starting July 31, 2024.
According to the airport management firm, travelers stand to benefit from the route, as the new Tokyo-Cebu flights offer convenient links to key US destinations served by United Airlines, including San Francisco, Los Angeles, Denver, Newark and Houston.
United Airlines said it has the largest and most diversified international route network among US carriers and presently offers non-stop services to an impressive 134 international destinations across 67 countries.
Aboitiz InfraCapital GMCAC added that the partnership between the two parties is poised to streamline travel for visitors from the United States and will provide seamless access to Cebu while unlocking routes to renowned tourist destinations in Central and Southern Philippines such as Bohol, Siargao, Boracay and Siquijor.
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Airport Chief Executive Officer Athanasios Titonis expressed optimism that this groundbreaking partnership will serve as a catalyst for other opportunities for other global carriers to collaborate with the airport.
“The growing demand for flights from various global destinations underscores the need for strategic partnerships like this one to effectively meet travelers’ needs,” said Titonis. “Our mission is to showcase the unparalleled beauty of the Philippines to the world.”
“With some of the world’s most stunning beaches and unique experiences found only here, we hope other global carriers recognize the immense potential, particularly in Cebu, and join us in expanding our route network,” added Titonis.
Aligned with Mactan-Cebu International Airport’s vision of evolving into a Hub Airport while pursuing its goal of becoming the gateway to tourism in the Philippines, Aboitiz InfraCapital GMCAC said it anticipates the arrival of more global carriers, as they will help in linking the Philippines to an expanded array of cities worldwide.