Manila NAIA Set for Terminal Reassignments in 2026
The Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport is undertaking a significant terminal reallocation scheduled for March and April 2026, affecting several major airlines. The operator, New NAIA Infrastructure Corporation, announced that starting March 29, 2026, airlines including Shenzhen Airlines, Air China, China Eastern Airlines, Royal Brunei Airlines, and Vietnam Airlines will transfer their operations from Terminal 1 to Terminal 3. Meanwhile, AirAsia Philippines and AirAsia will move their international flights from Terminal 3 to Terminal 1, with JAL - Japan Airlines transferring from Terminal 1 to Terminal 3 on April 1, 2026.
The initiative is part of broader infrastructure upgrades aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and passenger experience. Airport officials stated these changes are carefully planned to minimize disruptions, with comprehensive information to be provided to passengers in advance. The terminal reassignments are expected to streamline passenger flow and better facilitate the growing demand for air travel in the region.
This restructuring emphasizes Manila's ongoing investment in transportation infrastructure, supporting future growth and improved service standards. The changes are timed to coincide with the summer schedule and mark a milestone in the airport's modernization efforts.
