Philippine Airlines (PAL) officially launched its maiden flight on the Clark-Siargao route, offering promotional one-way base fares starting at PHP 1,299. The promo, which ran until November 21, 2024, covered travel beginning Tuesday, December 3, 2024.
Flights will operate thrice weekly—on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Flight PR 2875 (Clark-Siargao) departs Clark at 11:00 AM, arriving in Siargao at 1:05 PM, while PR 2876 (Siargao-Clark) departs Siargao at 1:35 PM and lands in Clark at 3:40 PM.
The maiden flight was celebrated with a grand send-off ceremony attended by prominent figures, including Atty. Agnes Devanadera, CDC President and CEO; Noel Manankil, LIPAD President and CEO; Leilani Macasaet, BCDA Vice President for Public Affairs; and Dr. Richard Daenos, Department of Tourism-Region 3 Regional Director. Other key attendees were PAL Spokesman Cielo Villaluna, Pedrito Dimaculangan (Area Head for Metro Manila and Luzon Sales), and Anne Tiongco, PAL VP for Corporate Affairs.
Keynote speaker Mathew Tamaray, PAL Express Vice President for Ground Operations, joined passengers and local tourism board representatives in the celebrations. The event featured a cake-cutting ceremony, underscoring the significance of this milestone for tourism and regional connectivity.
The new direct service offers unparalleled convenience and surfing for residents of Central and Northern Luzon, eliminating the need to travel to Manila for connections to Siargao.
Atty. Devanadera expressed her appreciation to Philippine Airlines for the initiative, highlighting Siargao’s unique charm.Siargao’s unmatched natural resources, warm hospitality, world-class waves, and stunning beauty are treasures that cannot be found or experienced anywhere else,” she remarked.
Noel Manankil, LIPAD Corp. President and CEO, added, “This service strengthens connectivity, bringing Siargao closer to travelers from Clark. Passengers can also enjoy the seamless processes at Clark International Airport.”
PAL Express VP Mathew Tamaray remarked, “We are excited to welcome leisure travelers back to Siargao via Clark. As Siargao’s popularity continues to soar, we remain committed to supporting sustainable tourism for residents and local businesses.”
Siargao: The Surfing Capital of the Philippines
Named Condé Nast Traveler’s Best Island in Asia, Siargao is renowned for its white-sand beaches, turquoise lagoons, and vibrant tourism scene. With over 120,000 residents, it remains one of the country’s most sought-after destinations.
CRK: PAL’s Expanding Hub
PAL’s Clark hub serves as a gateway to several destinations, including Cebu (daily), Basco and Busuanga (four times weekly), and Caticlan (three times weekly). The Clark-Siargao route complements PAL’s Manila and Cebu services to the island, increasing Siargao flights to 31 per week.
The route utilizes PAL’s 86-seater De Havilland Dash 8-400 Next Generation aircraft, ensuring comfort and efficiency for its passengers.