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01/03/2026

𝐏𝐇𝐈𝐋𝐈𝐏𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐄 𝐀𝐈𝐑𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐄𝐒 𝐀𝐃𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐎𝐑𝐘 𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐎𝐍 𝐌𝐈𝐃𝐃𝐋𝐄 𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐓 𝐅𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐒
𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐂𝐇 𝟏, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 (𝟗𝐀𝐌)

Philippine Airlines (PAL) update on additional Middle East flight cancellations.

𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬:

𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟏, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
𝐏𝐑𝟔𝟖𝟒 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐥𝐚 – 𝐃𝐨𝐡𝐚
𝐏𝐑𝟔𝟖𝟓 𝐃𝐨𝐡𝐚 - 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐥𝐚

𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟐, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
𝐏𝐑𝟔𝟖𝟓 𝐃𝐨𝐡𝐚 - 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐥𝐚

These cancellations are due to continuing operational restrictions affecting flight operations in the region.

Affected passengers may avail of rebooking or refund options in accordance with PAL policies. Passengers are advised to check flight status via the PAL website, mobile app or official social media channels before proceeding to the airport.

For further assistance, passengers may visit www.philippineairlines.com or contact PAL Customer Support.

PAL reiterates that safety remains our highest priority and appreciates the understanding of our passengers.

𝐏𝐇𝐈𝐋𝐈𝐏𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐄 𝐀𝐈𝐑𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐄𝐒 𝐀𝐃𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐎𝐑𝐘 𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐎𝐍 𝐌𝐈𝐃𝐃𝐋𝐄 𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐓 𝐅𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐒
𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐂𝐇 𝟏, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 (𝟗𝐀𝐌)

Philippine Airlines (PAL) update on additional Middle East flight cancellations.

𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬:

𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟏, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

𝐏𝐑𝟔𝟖𝟒 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐥𝐚 – 𝐃𝐨𝐡𝐚
𝐏𝐑𝟔𝟖𝟓 𝐃𝐨𝐡𝐚 - 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐥𝐚

𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟐, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

𝐏𝐑𝟔𝟖𝟓 𝐃𝐨𝐡𝐚 - 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐥𝐚

These cancellations are due to continuing operational restrictions affecting flight operations in the region.

Affected passengers may avail of rebooking or refund options in accordance with PAL policies. Passengers are advised to check flight status via the PAL website, mobile app or official social media channels before proceeding to the airport.

For further assistance, passengers may visit www.philippineairlines.com or contact PAL Customer Support.

PAL reiterates that safety remains our highest priority and appreciates the understanding of our passengers.

01/03/2026

I still travel for memories. I just pack Salonpas with the passport.

27/10/2025

𝗔𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗥𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗮 𝘁𝗼 𝗞𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗯𝗼 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗶𝗿𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 ✈️

Kalibo International Airport on Saturday received its inaugural flight from IrAero, marking the start of a new Russia–Philippines air link. The route connects Irkutsk (Siberia) to Kalibo (Aklan province) with a stopover in Guilin, China. Kalibo (KLO) is the main international gateway for Boracay, one of the Philippines’ most popular resort islands. This service is part of IrAero’s Northern winter 2025/26 schedule, with flights operating weekly on Saturdays beginning 25 October.

Flight Schedule:

Flight IO2187 (Saturday): Departs Irkutsk (IKT) 04:00 → arrives Guilin (KWL) 08:10; Guilin departs 09:10 → arrives Kalibo (KLO) 12:10.

Flight IO2188 (Saturday): Departs Kalibo (KLO) 14:00 → arrives Guilin (KWL) 17:00; Guilin departs 18:00 → arrives Irkutsk (IKT) 22:20.

According to IrAero’s published schedule, these flights run only on Saturdays. The one‑way journey takes roughly 8–8½ hours including the Guilin stop.

Aircraft and Service Frequency

IrAero will operate the Kalibo service using its Sukhoi Superjet 100 (SSJ100) regional jet. The SSJ100 carries about 100 passengers, making it well‑suited for medium-haul international routes. Aviation data confirm the flight runs once per week (Saturdays) with a block time of roughly 8h20. In practice, the Irkutsk→Guilin segment is about 4h10, and Guilin→Kalibo about 3h00 (plus a ~1h ground stop), in line with the published schedule.

Tourism Significance

The new Irkutsk–Kalibo link is expected to boost travel between Russia and the Philippines. Boracay is a major draw for Russian beachgoers, especially in winter, and direct flights should “stimulate tourism flows” between the countries. Industry observers note that launching this route in the Northern Hemisphere’s winter season is strategic – many Russian tourists seek warm destinations like Boracay at that time. By providing a one‑stop connection to Kalibo, IrAero is tapping a niche market of Russian travelers and opening a convenient corridor to Boracay’s shores.