Philippine Airlines (PAL) is set to expand its North American services with additional nonstop flights to Vancouver, Toronto, and New York starting November and December 2026.
This expansion aims to offer more travel options and strengthen connections between the Philippines, Canada, the United States, and Southeast Asia.
From 17 November 2026, PAL will increase its Manila–Vancouver flights from seven to ten weekly. The Manila–Toronto route will see an increase from three to four weekly flights starting 5 December 2026. Similarly, the Manila–New York (JFK) service will rise from three to four weekly flights from 2 December 2026, with an additional flight during the peak holiday season in December 2026 to January 2027.
Richard Nuttall, President of Philippine Airlines, highlighted the significance of North America as a key market, stating, "As travel demand grows, these additional flights strengthen our position as the preferred nonstop carrier between the Philippines and North America whilst providing our customers with greater choice, improved connectivity, and more opportunities to travel, do business, and reconnect with family and loved ones."
The expanded services will also enhance connectivity via Manila to major Southeast Asian destinations such as Jakarta, Bali, and Bangkok. PAL's partnerships with American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and WestJet will facilitate seamless onward connections across the US and Canada.
Additionally, the increased flight schedule will boost cargo capacity, supporting trade and e-commerce between the Philippines and North America. The new Airbus A350-1000 aircraft will gradually replace the A350-900 on the Toronto and New York routes, offering more premium seating and enhancing PAL's competitiveness on the US West Coast.
This expansion is part of PAL's long-term strategy to strengthen Manila's role as a gateway between North America and Southeast Asia, supporting tourism, business, and investment opportunities across the Pacific
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