Pasay City – The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) welcomed the inaugural flight of Iraero Airlines to Kalibo, marking a new chapter in air connectivity between the Philippines and Russia.
The first Iraero Airlines flight from Irkutsk, Russia landed at Kalibo International Airport on October 25, 2025, carrying Russian tourists.
Starting October 28, 2025, Iraero Airlines will begin regular flights every Tuesday and Saturday between Kalibo and two Russian cities, Irkutsk and Khabarovsk.
CAAP Director General retired Lt. Gen. Raul Del Rosario lauded the new service as a milestone for regional connectivity, noting that the direct link will not only boost tourism in Western Visayas but also promote cultural and economic exchanges between the two nations.
Aligned with the directives of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Acting Transportation Secretary Giovanni Lopez to modernize the aviation sector and strengthen international connectivity, the Authority continues to implement programs that enhance the country’s airport facilities and improve passenger experience.
“CAAP is taking proactive steps to future-proof the country’s aviation sector by investing in modern airport infrastructure, sustainable air transport systems, and expanded international partnerships,” said Lt. Gen. Del Rosario.
The new flights are expected to attract more Russian visitors to Boracay and other tourist destinations in the region, further supporting the government’s goal of inclusive and sustainable tourism growth.
