The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) will reduce the aeronautical fees effective April 1, 2026, as part of efforts to mitigate the impact of rising global fuel prices.
Under the modified rates, the aeronautical fees, including the landing and takeoff, will be decreased to nearly 50 percent overall, or as high as approximately PHP5,000 per landing.
Meanwhile, the Passenger Service Charge (PSC) for international travel at international airports will be reduced from PHP900 to PHP700. For domestic travel at international airports, PSC will be lowered from PHP350 to a range of PHP150 to PHP200.
For Principal Class 1 airports, fees will be reduced from PHP300 to PHP150–PHP200, while Principal Class 2 airports will see a decrease from PHP200 to PHP100. Community airport charges will likewise be lowered from PHP100 to PHP50.
Passenger Service Charges are paid by travelers, while aeronautical fees are shouldered by airlines.
“We recognize the challenges brought by the ongoing regional tension and its impact on passengers and the aviation industry. CAAP is implementing reductions in passenger service charges and aeronautical fees to provide immediate relief and support, ensuring that air travel remains accessible during these difficult times.” said CAAP Director General Retired Lt Gen Raul del Rosario.
This action follows the directive of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Transportation Secretary Giovanni Lopez to implement measures that will help ease the burden on both passengers and the aviation industry amid escalating oil costs.
“Sisiguraduhin po namin na ang lahat ng transport group, kasama na rin ang mga operator, tsuper, commuters, ay makakaasa sila na tutulong po ang gobyerno, makakaasa po na gagawa pa kami ng mga iba’t ibang inisyatibo upang sa ganon maibsan natin yung epekto ng kaguluhan sa Gitnang Silangan,” said Secretary Lopez in a press conference.
CAAP reaffirmed its commitment to continuously implement responsive measures that will help ease the burden on the public while supporting the stability of the aviation industry.
