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Ninoy Aquino International Airport
NameNinoy Aquino International Airport
IATAMNL
ICAORPLL
OwnerGovernment of the Philippines
OperatorManila International Airport Authority
City-servedMetro Manila
LocationPasay and Parañaque, Metro Manila
Opened1948 (as Manila International Airport)
HubPhilippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific, PAL Express
Elevation-m23
Coordinates14, 30, 31, N...
Websitehttps://miaa.gov.ph/

Ninoy Aquino International Airport is the primary international gateway serving the Metro Manila region and the entire Philippines. Located in the adjacent cities of Pasay and Parañaque, it is the busiest airport in the country, handling over 40 million passengers annually. Named in honor of former Senator Benigno "Ninoy" Aquino Jr., whose assassination in 1983 was a pivotal moment in Philippine history, the airport complex is a critical hub for both domestic and international air travel in Southeast Asia.

History

The airport's origins trace back to 1948 when it was established as Manila International Airport, replacing the pre-war Nielson Field. Its development was significantly accelerated to serve as a major transit point during the Korean War and the Vietnam War, with Pan American World Airways and Trans World Airlines establishing key operations. In 1987, following the People Power Revolution and the subsequent presidency of Corazon Aquino, the airport was renamed to honor her slain husband. Major expansions included the opening of the Centennial Terminal (Terminal 2) in 1999 for the centennial of the Philippine Declaration of Independence, and the long-delayed Terminal 3, which began partial operations in 2008 after a protracted legal dispute with its German-led consortium builder, Philippine International Air Terminals Co. Inc..

Terminals

The airport operates four passenger terminals. Terminal 1, opened in 1981, primarily handles international carriers such as Japan Airlines, Korean Air, and Qatar Airways. Terminal 2, exclusively used by Philippine Airlines, is split into two wings for its domestic and international networks. The modern Terminal 3 serves both international and domestic flights for other airlines, including Cebu Pacific, AirAsia, and Singapore Airlines. The smaller Terminal 4, formerly the Domestic Terminal, is utilized by select turboprop and regional jet services from carriers like AirSWIFT and Cebgo.

Airlines and destinations

As the nation's premier aviation hub, it connects the Philippines to major global cities across Asia, North America, the Middle East, and Oceania. Full-service flag carrier Philippine Airlines maintains its largest hub here, operating long-haul flights to destinations like Los Angeles, Toronto, and London. Low-cost leader Cebu Pacific operates an extensive domestic and regional network from its base, while numerous foreign airlines such as Emirates, Cathay Pacific, and Delta Air Lines provide vital international connectivity.

Ground transportation

Multiple transport options connect the airport to Metro Manila. The NAIA Loop of the Metro Manila Skyway provides direct road access to major thoroughfares like EDSA and the South Luzon Expressway. Public utility vehicles, including metered taxis and app-based ride-hailing services like Grab, are widely available. The PNR and LRT-1 stations at EDSA and Baclaran, respectively, are accessible via shuttle or taxi for onward rail travel.

Accidents and incidents

The airport and its vicinity have been the site of several notable aviation accidents. In 1987, a Douglas DC-9 operated by Philippine Airlines (Flight 206) crashed into a mountain in Bukidnon shortly after departure. A more infamous event occurred in 2000, when an Airbus A320 flying for Air Philippines (Flight 541) crashed on approach in Davao City. The deadliest accident associated with Manila was the 1998 crash of Cebu Pacific Flight 387 in Mount Sumagaya, Misamis Oriental.

Future developments

To address chronic congestion and capacity constraints, the national government has pursued several upgrade and replacement strategies. A significant recent development is the 2024 concession award to the SMC-SAP & Company Consortium, led by San Miguel Corporation, for a major rehabilitation project under a public-private partnership. Long-term plans have also involved proposals for a new mega-airport, such as the New Manila International Airport in Bulacan province spearheaded by San Miguel Corporation, and the expansion of Clark International Airport in Pampanga as an alternative gateway.

Category:Airports in the Philippines Category:Transport in Metro Manila Category:Buildings and structures in Pasay Category:Buildings and structures in Parañaque