Singapore Airlines (SQ) is marking a massive milestone in its history of connecting local travelers to the world, celebrating six decades of dedicated service to the Philippine market. To honor this sixty-year journey, the world-renowned carrier organized a series of surprise terminal activations to show appreciation to the generations of loyal passengers who have supported its local operations since the mid-1960s. The celebratory events took place simultaneously across major gateways, greeting departing travelers at Manila’s Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3 and at the Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA).
Senior leadership from Singapore Airlines along with their prominent aviation partners, including executives from the New NAIA Infra Corp. and the management of NAIA Terminal 3, gathered to commemorate the diamond milestone. The executives held a special cake-cutting ceremony on the ground, which served as an avenue to reinforce their collaborative vision for the local aviation landscape. The industry stakeholders reaffirmed their long-standing partnership and shared dedication to expanding international connectivity, enhancing air travel infrastructure, and driving passenger growth between the Philippines and the rest of the world.
Passengers flying out of the Manila gateway were greeted by an elevated airport experience, starting at the check-in counters which were fully decked out in beautiful anniversary-themed installations. Travelers were handed commemorative postcards to mark the historical occasion before heading through airside security. Inside the premium SilverKris Lounge, premium guests were treated to a curated selection of specialized food and beverage offerings infused with familiar local Filipino flavors. Meanwhile, at the boarding gate hold rooms, the excitement continued with interactive passenger games, dedicated photo booth opportunities, complimentary terminal refreshments, and limited-edition anniversary giveaways.
Before walking down the jet bridge, every boarding passenger received a specially made package of anniversary cookies featuring the airline’s signature traditional batik design. Travelers departing from the Mactan-Cebu International Airport were not left out of the festivities, as the airline distributed identical commemorative treats, snacks, and giveaways to passengers waiting at the Cebu gates.
The master concessionaire of Manila’s premier gateway expressed high praise for the carrier’s legacy of excellence, noting that the partner airline has spent sixty years helping multiple generations of Filipino families explore international destinations. The airport authorities also expressed excitement for the future, highlighting that as the ongoing modernization and structural transformation of NAIA progresses, the gateway remains fully committed to backing Singapore Airlines in its upcoming chapters of network expansion and commercial success.
Representatives from Singapore Airlines emphasized how incredibly privileged the airline has felt to serve the local market since operations first commenced back in 1966. The management extended its deepest gratitude to the Filipino traveling public for their unwavering trust, highlighting that the core focus remains on providing the signature warmth, high-quality care, and world-class service that has made the brand a leader in global aviation. Looking toward the horizon, the airline intends to continue elevating the passenger experience while building stronger corporate alliances and strengthening the vital air bridge linking Singapore and the Philippines.
To extend the diamond jubilee celebrations to more aviation enthusiasts and holiday planners, Singapore Airlines has rolled out a massive, limited-time promotional fare campaign for international flights departing from its Philippine stations. Travelers can secure steep discounts of up to 32% off standard ticket pricing across an array of global network routes. To access these special ticket rates, passengers need to book their flights through the official Singapore Airlines website or via the SingaporeAir mobile application, using the dedicated promotional code SQPH60 at checkout while completing their purchases with an eligible Mastercard debit or credit card.
The special anniversary booking window is actively running and will accept reservations until 30 June 2026. The promotional tickets cover an extensive travel window, allowing passengers to schedule their flights between 05 June 2026 and 31 March 2027. The anniversary network discount applies to round-trip travel to Singapore, as well as favored holiday hotspots across Southeast Asia, Australia, Europe, and the United States. Passengers can also use the code to explore Madrid, which stands as the newest addition to the carrier’s European destination network. Interested travelers can access the official booking portal to check seat availability, review the complete list of covered international gateways.