Flyin AirPhilExpress

Following the success of Cebu Pacific, Philipine Airlines relaunched and rebranded its budget carrier, Air Philippines into AirPhilExpress. Finally, got the opportunity to fly on AirPhilExpress on a recent trip to Tagbilaran, Bohol.

My round trip ticket cost only US$37 for the one hour flight and definitely gives Cebu Pacific stiff competition. AirPhilExpress follows the Cebu Pacific formula. It is a budget, no frills airline flying to the major destinations in the Philippines and at present one international Asian route, Singapore. Periodic promotional prices are offered and in my particular case, it was a one day sale.

The airlines uses new Airbus A320 aircraft and the cabin really looks new and smells fresh. The flight attendants are also young and my flight left and arrive on schedule. AirphilExpress uses Manila's newest international airport, NAIA Terminal 3. Bookings can also be made online at www.airphils.com

My pleasant experience with AirPhilExpress gives me reason to fly with them again as a good option to flying with Cebu Pacific.