Aboitiz InfraCapital Airports (AIC Airports) has reported a significant milestone, welcoming over one million domestic passengers at Laguindingan International Airport (LIA) and Bohol-Panglao International Airport (BPIA) during the first quarter of 2026. This surge underscores the increasing importance of these regional gateways in the Philippines.
The combined domestic passenger traffic at LIA in Misamis Oriental and BPIA in Panglao, Bohol, reached more than 1.02 million travellers in the first three months of the year. AIC Vice President and Head of Airports Business Rafael M. Aboitiz noted, "Domestic travel continues to be a strong driver of growth for Aboitiz InfraCapital Airports, as well as in the communities where we are located."
LIA, the seventh-busiest airport in the country, served 616,661 domestic passengers, highlighting the growing mobility of Northern Mindanao residents and visitors. Meanwhile, BPIA, the tenth-busiest gateway, welcomed over 412,000 domestic passengers, benefiting from Bohol's status as a premier tourism destination and home to the Philippines' first UNESCO Global Geopark.
BPIA's recent achievements include an upgraded International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) Category 9 rating, allowing it to accommodate larger aircraft. The airport also celebrated its first charter flight from Narita, Japan, and anticipates further growth through potential participation in a visa-free entry programme for Chinese tourists.
As travel patterns evolve, AIC Airports is committed to enhancing passenger experiences and expanding connectivity, with direct domestic routes available from LIA and BPIA to key destinations such as Manila, Cebu, and Davao
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