AirAsia Philippines is ringing in 2026 with a bold invitation for Filipinos to explore the world. In its first major campaign of the year, the “World’s Best Low-Cost Airline” has officially launched its New Year Seat Sale, offering a significant 27% discount on all seats and all flights across its expansive domestic and international networks.
While standard promotions often stick to even numbers, AirAsia’s decision to offer a 27% discount is a deliberate nod to the new year. According to the airline, the extra 1% symbolizes the “something extra” that 2026 promises — encouraging travelers to go a little further, stay a little longer, and finally cross off those long-awaited bucket list destinations.
Key Booking and Travel Dates
Travelers looking to secure these discounted fares must act quickly. The promotional period is brief, designed to capture the early-year surge in travel planning:
- Booking Period: 05 to 11 January 2026
- Travel Period: 19 January 2026 to 30 November 2026
This wide travel window is particularly advantageous for holiday seekers, as it covers the majority of the year, including peak summer months and the early transition into the year-end holiday season.
Unbeatable Rates from Major Hubs
The sale features aggressive pricing from the airline’s primary Philippine hubs in Manila and Cebu, making both local getaways and regional international trips highly accessible.
Departing from Cebu (Mactan-Cebu International Airport)
Visayas-based travelers have a lot to celebrate with base fares starting at prices lower than a gourmet cup of coffee:
- Domestic Gems: One-way base fares to Iloilo, Caticlan (Boracay), and Davao are available for as low as PHP65.
- Regional Gateways: International travel is equally affordable, with seats to Macao starting at PHP437 and flights to Kuala Lumpur at PHP1,459.
Departing from Manila (NAIA)
Manila-based passengers can take advantage of deep discounts to top-tier local destinations:
- Domestic Routes: Fly to Iloilo for just PHP145, Bacolod for PHP 153, or Kalibo for PHP226.
- International Hubs: AirAsia continues to bridge the gap to North Asia with one-way base fares to Macao starting at PHP583, and both Kaohsiung and Taipei starting at PHP729.
As with all promotional seats, availability is limited, and fares are sold on a first-come, first-served basis. The quoted prices are base fares and do not include fuel surcharges, terminal fees, or other taxes.
Travelers are encouraged to bypass third-party booking sites to ensure they receive the full discount and the most flexible booking options. Bookings can be made directly through the AirAsia MOVE app (formerly the AirAsia Superapp) or the official airasia.com website.