Aboitiz InfraCapital Airports Gain Momentum as Regional Traffic Grows

Justin Lee

Singapore

January 29, 2026

CEB PH C.Grad Landside 2

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Over the past 12 months, Aboitiz InfraCapital (AIC) has consolidated its position as the Philippines’ leading multi-airport operator outside Metro Manila, with strong passenger growth, portfolio expansion and a clear long-term investment agenda across its airport assets in Cebu, Bohol and Northern Mindanao.

AIC’s airport portfolio handled a combined 16.17 million passengers in 2025, underscoring resilient travel demand and the growing role of regional gateways in the country’s aviation landscape

Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) remained the anchor asset, accounting for 11.6 million passengers, up nearly 3% from the prior year. The airport continues to rank as the busiest gateway in the Philippines outside Metro Manila and has strengthened its role as a transfer hub for the Visayas and Mindanao. Traffic growth was supported by a recovery in international services, sustained domestic demand, and an increase in connecting passengers.

Laguindingan International Airport (LIA) recorded 2.35 million passengers in 2025. Following its operational handover to AIC in April, the airport handled approximately 1.6 million passengers under AIC’s management, reflecting a rapid ramp-up in activity. LIA continues to serve as Northern Mindanao’s key aviation gateway, with steady domestic connectivity and plans to accommodate future international services.

Laguindingan Airport v2

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